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OpenAI cuts ChatGPT inference costs by more than half with new optimizations

OpenAI has implemented new inference optimizations that have reduced the cost of running ChatGPT by over 50%, enabling the service to operate on just a few hundred Nvidia GPUs at times.

Published 2026-06-29 18:05 UTCUpdated 2026-06-30 17:43 UTC
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OpenAI reportedly cut response costs for guest ChatGPT users by more than half
The Decoder AI in practice · News · the-decoder.com · 2026-06-30 17:43 UTC
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Overview

OpenAI has implemented new inference optimizations that have reduced the cost of running ChatGPT by over 50%, enabling the service to operate on just a few hundred Nvidia GPUs at times.

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Why now
  • OpenAI aims to boost gross margins from 39% to 52% by year-end, driving urgent cost optimizations.
  • Rising demand for AI services makes inference cost reductions critical for competitiveness.
  • NVIDIA’s evolving inference stack supports the industry shift from peak chip specs to cost per token.
Why it matters
  • Lower inference costs enable more affordable and scalable AI services like ChatGPT.
  • Improved margins give OpenAI flexibility to enhance user experience or reduce API prices.
  • NVIDIA’s software-hardware integration is key to efficient AI deployment at scale.
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