Groq API Pricing 2026
Ultra-fast inference on dedicated LPU hardware — up to 1,000 tokens/sec. Best for latency-sensitive production apps. Predictable, linear pricing.
Pricing verified 2026-08-03. Sourced from groq.com/pricing.
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Prices in USD per 1M tokens
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
GPT-OSS 120B (Groq) OpenAI open-source model on Groq; 500 tokens/sec | $0.15 | $0.6 | 128,000 |
Llama 4 Scout (Groq) Fastest LLM inference on Groq LPU; 594 tokens/sec | $0.11 | $0.34 | 128,000 |
Qwen3 32B (Groq) Strong mid-size model with extended context; 662 tokens/sec | $0.29 | $0.59 | 131,072 |
Llama 3.3 70B (Groq) Reliable 70B on Groq LPU; 394 tokens/sec | $0.59 | $0.79 | 128,000 |
Llama 3.1 8B (Groq) Ultra-low cost; 840 tokens/sec on Groq LPU | $0.05 | $0.08 | 128,000 |
How to read these estimates
The monthly table assumes 70% input tokens and 30% output tokens. It is a consistent comparison baseline, not a prediction of your workload. Actual bills can also include cached-input discounts, batch pricing, tool calls, minimum charges, regional differences, retries, and taxes.
The linked source is the provider's pricing documentation. Verify the current rate card and model availability before committing to a budget.
Estimated Monthly Cost (70% input / 30% output split)
| Model | 1M tokens/mo | 10M tokens/mo | 100M tokens/mo | 1B tokens/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPT-OSS 120B (Groq) | $0.285 | $2.85 | $28.50 | $285 |
| Llama 4 Scout (Groq) | $0.179 | $1.79 | $17.90 | $179 |
| Qwen3 32B (Groq) | $0.380 | $3.80 | $38.00 | $380 |
| Llama 3.3 70B (Groq) | $0.650 | $6.50 | $65.00 | $650 |
| Llama 3.1 8B (Groq) | $0.059 | $0.590 | $5.90 | $59.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Groq LLM API cost?
Groq offers 5 models ranging from $0.050/1M to $0.59/1M input tokens. Ultra-fast inference on dedicated LPU hardware — up to 1,000 tokens/sec. Best for latency-sensitive production apps. Predictable, linear pricing.
Is Groq cheaper than self-hosting?
For low-volume workloads (under 100M tokens/month), cloud APIs like Groq are almost always cheaper than purchasing and maintaining GPU hardware. Use our calculator to find the exact break-even point for your usage.