Llama 3.1 8B vs GLM-5.2
Head-to-head technical comparison of intelligence, capabilities, and API pricing.
Llama 3.1 8B
Meta
AI Mastery Index75
LMSYS Arena1170
Technical (MMLU-Pro)73%
Cost per 1M Tokens$0
GLM-5.2
Z.ai
AI Mastery Index91.5
LMSYS Arena1465
Technical (MMLU-Pro)91.2%
Cost per 1M Tokens$1.4
Architect's Verdict
When comparing Llama 3.1 8B and GLM-5.2, GLM-5.2 edges out in overall capabilities according to the AI Mastery Index. However, for cost-sensitive workloads, Llama 3.1 8B offers a more economical API at $0 per 1M tokens. Your choice should depend heavily on whether you prioritize raw reasoning (MMLU) or scalable deployment economics.