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codex-mini-latest
Fast reasoning model optimized for the Codex CLI
Why learn codex-mini-latest?
Offers the documented OpenAI model capabilities through hosted.
The problem it solves
Provides model inference for supported text / image inputs.
Where it came from
codex-mini-latest: Fast reasoning model optimized for the Codex CLI Published aliases: codex-mini-latest. Input: text, image. Output: text. Checked 2026-10-13. Model capabilities are distinct from tools available in a particular agent.
Build your understanding
Work through these exercises in order. Try the task before opening a reference.
- Explain what codex-mini-latest does.
- Identify a use case for codex-mini-latest.
- Describe a limitation of codex-mini-latest.
- Name a compatible tool for codex-mini-latest.
- Compare codex-mini-latest against an alternative.
Documentation and sources
- Primary source / model card (developers.openai.com)
Catalog research notes
- See the AI Workbench for source dates, pricing evidence and configuration details.