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title: "gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch - Model Details & Comparison"
description: "gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch from OpenRouter: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models."
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# gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch - Model Details & Comparison

> gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch from OpenRouter: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models.

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## About gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch is a chat model from OpenRouter, one of 468 chat models they offer. It is priced at $0.13 per 1M input tokens and $0.75 per 1M output tokens, ranking 593 out of 3648 chat models by cost and cheaper than 84% of models in this category. gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch supports vision, function calling, reasoning, audio input, prompt caching, structured output. Its 1,049K-token context window is in the top 11% among chat models.

## Specifications

- **OpenRouter Provider.**
- **Chat Mode.**
- **1,048,576 Max Input Tokens.**
- **65,536 Max Output Tokens.**
- **65,536 Max Tokens.**
- **$0.13 / 1M tokens Input Price.**
- **$0.75 / 1M tokens Output Price.**

## Capabilities

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch supports: Function Calling, Vision, Reasoning, Audio Input, Prompt Caching, Response Schema, Tool Choice, PDF Input.

## gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch Pricing Overview

At $0.13 per 1M input tokens and $0.75 per 1M output tokens, gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch ranks 593 out of 3648 chat models by input cost. It is more affordable compared to the median of $0.57 for chat models, and is cheaper than 84% of models in this category.

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch is one of 468 OpenRouter chat models, with support for vision, function calling, reasoning, audio input, prompt caching, structured output. its 1,049K-token context window places it in the top 11% of chat models.

## Models to Compare

Alternatives to gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch with comparable capabilities.

| Model | Provider | Input $/1M | Output $/1M |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| gemini-2.5-flash-lite | Google Gemini | $0.10 | $0.40 |
| GLM-5.3-Flash | FriendliAI | $0.15 | $0.50 |
| gemini-2.0-flash | Vertex AI | $0.15 | $0.60 |
| gemini-2.5-flash-lite | Vertex AI | $0.10 | $0.40 |
| gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025 | Vertex AI | $0.10 | $0.40 |

- [Compare gemini-2.5-flash-lite](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/model-library/compare/gemini/gemini-2.5-flash-lite.md)
- [Compare GLM-5.3-Flash](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/model-library/compare/friendliai/glm-5.3-flash.md)
- [Compare gemini-2.0-flash](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/model-library/compare/vertex_ai/gemini-2.0-flash.md)
- [Compare gemini-2.5-flash-lite](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/model-library/compare/vertex_ai/gemini-2.5-flash-lite.md)
- [Compare gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/model-library/compare/vertex_ai/gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025.md)

## Related Resources

- [Calculate gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch costs](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/openrouter/model/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-batch.md)
- [Check OpenRouter status](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/provider-status/openrouter.md)
- [All OpenRouter pricing](https://www.getmaxim.ai/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/openrouter.md)

## FAQ

### Is gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch cheaper than gemini-2.5-flash-lite?

No. gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch costs $0.13 per 1M input tokens while gemini-2.5-flash-lite costs $0.10 per 1M input tokens, making gemini-2.5-flash-lite 20% more affordable for input. However, gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch may offer different capabilities or performance characteristics that justify the price difference.

### How does gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch pricing compare to the average chat model?

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch input pricing is $0.13 per 1M tokens, which is 78% below the median of $0.57 for chat models. It ranks 593 out of 3648 chat models by input cost, making it cheaper than 84% of models in this category. For output, it costs $0.75 per 1M tokens compared to the median of $1.65.

### What makes gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch different from other OpenRouter models?

Among OpenRouter's 468 chat models, gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch ranks 97 by input cost.

### What are the best alternatives to gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch?

The most comparable chat models to gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch are: gemini-2.5-flash-lite from Google Gemini ($0.10/1M input tokens); GLM-5.3-Flash from FriendliAI ($0.15/1M input tokens); gemini-2.0-flash from Vertex AI ($0.15/1M input tokens); gemini-2.5-flash-lite from Vertex AI ($0.10/1M input tokens). These alternatives were selected based on similar capabilities, pricing, and provider diversity. You can compare any of these models in detail using the Bifrost Model Library.

### How large is gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch's context window?

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch supports up to 1,048,576 input tokens, placing it in the top 11% of chat models by context window size (rank 329 of 3577). This makes it suitable for processing long documents, extensive code repositories, or maintaining detailed conversation histories.

### How do I check if OpenRouter is down?

You can monitor OpenRouter service health in real time on the Bifrost OpenRouter Status page. It tracks current component status, active incidents, and historical reliability data pulled from the official status page every 60 seconds.

### How do I calculate gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch costs?

gemini-3.1-flash-lite:batch is priced based on input and output tokens. Use the interactive calculator at the top of this page to estimate costs for your specific workload. Enter your expected input and output tokens volume and the calculator will show the total cost breakdown. For reference, processing 1M input tokens costs $0.13 and generating 1M output tokens costs $0.75.

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