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Z.ai

Beijing, China

Formerly Zhipu AI, a Tsinghua University spin-out. Its GLM models are open-weight and priced well below Western flagships.

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Founded
2019
Models listed
2The GLM models (formerly Zhipu AI)
Latest release
Aug 2026GLM-5.3-Flash
Benchmarks led
0None in this catalogue

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Ranked by Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. Select a model for its full benchmark profile.

  1. Rank 1
    GLM-5.344.8

    Z.ai · $1.40 / $4.40NewOpen weights

  2. Rank 2
    GLM-5.3-Flash41.8

    Z.ai · $0.15 / $0.50NewOpen weights

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