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Best Z.ai Models for SQL & Data Analysis

Match · Updated July 2026

The best Z.ai model for SQL and data analysis is GLM 5.2, with a 68.8 Coding Index and structured-output support for valid, parseable queries. GLM 5.1 (55.8) and GLM 4.7 (45.3) round out the top three.

68.8Coding
51.1Intelligence
$0.818Input /M
1.0MContext

The best AI models for writing SQL, analyzing data and powering analytics workflows — ranked by the Artificial Analysis Coding Index among models with structured-output support, so query generation comes back as valid, parseable SQL and JSON.

  1. 1z-ai logo
    glm-5.2
    ReasoningToolsJSON51.1 intel · $0.818/M · 1.0M ctx
    68.8
    Coding
  2. 2z-ai logo
    glm-5.1
    ReasoningToolsJSON40.2 intel · $0.966/M · 205K ctx
    55.8
    Coding
  3. 3z-ai logo
    glm-4.7
    ReasoningToolsJSON33.7 intel · $0.400/M · 205K ctx
    45.3
    Coding

Frequently asked

Which Z.ai model writes the best SQL?

The best Z.ai model for SQL and data analysis is GLM 5.2, with a 68.8 Coding Index and structured-output support for valid, parseable queries. GLM 5.1 (55.8) and GLM 4.7 (45.3) round out the top three.

What's a good alternative to GLM 5.2?

GLM 5.1 (55.8) is the closest alternative on this metric, followed by GLM 4.7 (45.3). See the full ranking above for the tradeoffs.

How many Z.ai models are there?

modelgrep tracks 12 Z.ai models with live benchmarks, speed, latency and per-provider pricing, led on intelligence by GLM 5.2. 3 of them qualify for this ranking.

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