Output Tokens
AI & LLM Glossary
What is Output Tokens?
Output Tokens: Output tokens are the tokens generated by the model in its response. They're typically 3-10x more expensive than input tokens.
Output Tokens Explained
Output tokens represent the content the model generates. Each token requires significant computation to produce, which is why output pricing is higher. The max_tokens parameter limits output length. For cost optimization, be specific about desired response length and format to avoid verbose responses.
Formula
Output Cost = (Output Tokens / 1,000,000) × Output Price per 1M