Claude Opus 5 (Low)
Anthropic • text#76 of 704 in intelligence
Data source: Artificial Analysis · ID AA: 20928ba9-3a3f-415f-9519-b84ff64ecf34 · Snapshot published: 10/27/2026, 6:00:26 PM · Methodology version: 4.3
Specifications
AA Intelligence Index
39.4
Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026, 6:00:26 PM
Context Window
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Input Price/1M
$5.00
#403 of 445
Output Price/1M
$25.00
Parameters
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Cost per Task
$1.0983
USD / task · lower is better · Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026, 6:00:26 PM
Benchmarks
Artificial Analysis metrics for Claude Opus 5 (Low). Higher is better for capability indexes; lower is better for cost per task.
Agentic
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology | Source / version / date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA Agentic Index | 36.0 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API | Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026 |
Coding
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology | Source / version / date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA Coding Index | 66.9 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API | Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026 |
Cost
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology | Source / version / date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA Cost Per Task | 1.1 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API | Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026 |
overall
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology | Source / version / date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA Intelligence Index | 39.4 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API | Artificial Analysis · 4.3 · 10/27/2026 |
Information
- Release date
- July 24, 2026
- Tool Calling
- ❌ Not supported
- Vision
- ❌ Not supported
- Audio
- ❌ Not supported
Full Analysis: Claude Opus 5 (Low)
What is Claude Opus 5 (Low)?
Claude Opus 5 (Low) is an AI model developed by Anthropic, classified as a text model. It focuses on text processing and natural language generation. As a proprietary model, it is available via Anthropic's cloud API.
Pricing & Costs in 2026
Claude Opus 5 (Low) is usage-based, priced at $5/1M input tokens and $25/1M output tokens. For context: 1 million tokens is approximately 750,000 words, or about 10 average-length books. The mid-range pricing balances quality and cost for most professional applications.
Benchmarks & Performance
Claude Opus 5 (Low) was evaluated on 4 different benchmarks, covering categories like Agentic, Coding, Cost, overall. Results show moderate performance across available evaluations.
It's important to note that benchmarks measure specific aspects and don't capture the full user experience. Factors like instruction adherence, behavior in long conversations, and real-world task quality vary significantly between models and aren't always reflected in standard scores.
Recommended Use Cases
Claude Opus 5 (Low) specializes in text, offering advanced capabilities for creating and processing text content.
Comparison with Alternatives
In the 2026 AI model ecosystem, Claude Opus 5 (Low) competes directly with similarly capable models. Key competitors include GPT (OpenAI), Gemini (Google), and open source models like Llama (Meta) and DeepSeek. The choice between models depends on the specific use case, budget, latency requirements, and need for features like multimodality and tool calling.
For a detailed side-by-side comparison, use our comparison tool or check the overall model ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude Opus 5 (Low)?
Claude Opus 5 (Low) is an AI model developed by Anthropic. It is a text model.
How much does Claude Opus 5 (Low) cost?
Claude Opus 5 (Low) costs $5/1M input tokens and $25/1M output tokens. For heavy usage (e.g., a chatbot handling 100k messages/month), costs can range from $10 to $1,000 depending on volume.
How does Claude Opus 5 (Low) compare with other models?
In available benchmarks, Claude Opus 5 (Low) scored: AA Agentic Index: 36/100, AA Coding Index: 66.9/100, AA Cost Per Task: 1.0983/100. See the full table above for a detailed comparison.
Is Claude Opus 5 (Low) open source?
No, Claude Opus 5 (Low) is a proprietary model from Anthropic. It is available via cloud API. For open source alternatives, check our open source model ranking.
What is Claude Opus 5 (Low) best for?
Claude Opus 5 (Low) excels at general-purpose language tasks.
Last updated: October 27, 2026 • View methodology →