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Best Z.ai Reasoning Models

Quick answer · Updated June 2026

The best Z.ai model for reasoning is GLM 5 Turbo — 46.8 intelligence with extended step-by-step thinking. GLM 5.1 (43.8) and GLM 4.7 (42.1) round out the top three.

46.8Intelligence
14 t/sSpeed
$1.20Input /M
262KContext

Large language models with extended reasoning / thinking, ranked by intelligence. The best models for complex multi-step reasoning, math and analysis.

  1. 1Z
    glm-5-turbo
    ReasoningToolsJSON46.8 intel · $1.20/M · 14 t/s
    46.8
    Intelligence
  2. 2Z
    glm-5.1
    ReasoningToolsJSON43.8 intel · $0.980/M · 82 t/s
    43.8
    Intelligence
  3. 3Z
    glm-4.7
    ReasoningToolsJSON42.1 intel · $0.400/M · 179 t/s
    42.1
    Intelligence
  4. 4Z
    glm-5
    ReasoningToolsJSON40.6 intel · $0.600/M · 100 t/s
    40.6
    Intelligence
  5. 5Z
    glm-4.6
    ReasoningToolsJSON30.2 intel · $0.430/M · 42 t/s
    30.2
    Intelligence
  6. 6Z
    glm-4.7-flash
    ReasoningToolsJSON30.1 intel · $0.060/M · 88 t/s
    30.1
    Intelligence
  7. 7Z
    glm-4.5
    ReasoningToolsJSON26.4 intel · $0.600/M · 39 t/s
    26.4
    Intelligence
  8. 8Z
    glm-4.6v
    ReasoningToolsJSON+123.4 intel · $0.300/M · 73 t/s
    23.4
    Intelligence
  9. 9Z
    glm-4.5-air
    ReasoningToolsJSON23.2 intel · $0.125/M · 47 t/s
    23.2
    Intelligence
  10. 10Z
    glm-4.5v
    ReasoningToolsJSON+115.1 intel · $0.600/M · 35 t/s
    15.1
    Intelligence

Frequently asked

What is the best Z.ai model for reasoning?

The best Z.ai model for reasoning is GLM 5 Turbo — 46.8 intelligence with extended step-by-step thinking. GLM 5.1 (43.8) and GLM 4.7 (42.1) round out the top three.

What's a good alternative to GLM 5 Turbo?

GLM 5.1 (43.8) is the closest alternative on this metric, followed by GLM 4.7 (42.1). See the full ranking above for the tradeoffs.

How many Z.ai models are there?

modelgrep tracks 10 Z.ai models with live benchmarks, speed, latency and per-provider pricing, led on intelligence by GLM 5 Turbo. 10 of them qualify for this ranking.

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