Model Research
Analysing the optimal smart vs. cost-effective AI strategy via OpenRouter.
The Strategy: Smart & Efficient
To balance intelligence with cost-efficiency, we should avoid running the most expensive "frontier" model (like Claude 3.5 Opus or top-tier GPT models) for every simple task. Instead, we can use a "routing" strategy: pick the right brain for the job.
Recommended Tiered Approach
The Brain (Complexity)
Top Choice: Claude 3.5 Sonnet or Llama 3.1 70B.
Used for: Complex planning, J.A.R.V.I.S. roadmap, coding, strategic decision making.
The Workhorse (Standard)
Top Choice: GPT-4o-mini or Gemini 1.5 Flash.
Used for: Routine queries, quick research, inbox triage, summarizing news.
Why OpenRouter?
- Unified Access: One API key for 300+ models.
- Passthrough Pricing: You pay the provider's cost + a tiny platform fee.
- No Lock-in: We can switch models instantly if a new, better-performing model drops.
Next Action
I have everything researched. When you are ready to switch, I can configure my routing to use these high-efficiency models by default. No changes were made yet—awaiting your go-ahead.