Grok 4
Grok 4 is xAI's flagship reasoning model, designed for complex problem-solving with a distinctive approach to analysis and communication.
Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Provider | xAI |
| Cost | 20 credits |
| Modality | Text |
| Vision | ❌ No |
| Prompt Required | Yes |
What It's Best For
- Complex problem solving — Multi-step reasoning and analysis
- Technical tasks — Code, math, and scientific queries
- Direct communication — Clear, straightforward responses
- Real-world knowledge — Up-to-date information and context
- Creative tasks — Unique perspectives and approaches
Inputs
Prompt (Required)
The main text input describing what you want the model to do.
Connection Color: 🟡 Yellow
Configuration
Max Tokens
Type: Slider
Range: 1 - 8,192
Default: 2,048
Maximum number of tokens to generate. Grok supports longer outputs than many models.
Temperature
Type: Slider
Range: 0 - 2
Default: 0.1
Controls output randomness. Low default ensures consistent, focused responses.
Top P
Type: Slider
Range: 0 - 1
Default: 1
Nucleus sampling parameter for response diversity.
Presence Penalty
Type: Slider
Range: -2 to 2
Default: 0
Encourages the model to explore new topics when positive.
Frequency Penalty
Type: Slider
Range: -2 to 2
Default: 0
Reduces repetition when set to positive values.
Output
Type: Text
Connection Color: 🟡 Yellow
Use Cases
Technical Analysis
Analyze the time complexity of this sorting algorithm and suggest
optimizations for handling large datasets.
Problem Solving
A startup has $500K in funding and needs to choose between hiring
3 senior developers or 6 junior developers. What factors should
they consider, and what's your recommendation?
Code Review
Review this JavaScript function for security vulnerabilities,
performance issues, and best practices violations.
Strategic Planning
Create a 90-day launch plan for a new SaaS product targeting
small businesses. Include milestones, risks, and contingencies.
Tips for Best Results
- Be direct — Grok responds well to clear, straightforward prompts
- Ask for reasoning — Request explanations for better insights
- Use for technical work — Strong performance on code and analysis
- Leverage for planning — Good at strategic and tactical thinking
- Keep temperature low — Best results with focused outputs
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | Grok 4 | GPT-5 | DeepSeek V3.1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | 20 credits | 20 credits | 10 credits |
| Vision | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Max Tokens | 8,192 | Variable | 4,096 |
| Thinking Mode | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
When to Choose Grok 4
Choose Grok 4 when:
- You need strong reasoning without vision
- You prefer direct, efficient responses
- Technical accuracy is important
Consider alternatives when:
- You need image analysis (use GPT-5 or Gemini)
- Budget is constrained (use DeepSeek V3.1)
- You need very long outputs (use Claude 4.5)
Related Models
- GPT-5 — Similar price, adds vision
- DeepSeek V3.1 — Half the cost, similar capabilities
- Llama 3 70B — Open-source alternative