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# qwen3-embedding-8b - Model Details & Comparison

> qwen3-embedding-8b from Novita: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models.

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## About qwen3-embedding-8b

qwen3-embedding-8b is an embedding model from Novita, one of 3 embedding models they offer. It is priced at $0.07 per 1M input tokens and $0.0000 per 1M output tokens, ranking 59 out of 145 embedding models by cost and cheaper than 58% of models in this category. Its 33K-token context window is in the top 15% among embedding models.

## Specifications

- **Novita Provider.**
- **Embedding Mode.**
- **32,768 Max Input Tokens.**
- **4,096 Max Output Tokens.**
- **4,096 Max Tokens.**
- **$0.07 / 1M tokens Input Price.**
- **$0.0000 / 1M tokens Output Price.**

## qwen3-embedding-8b Pricing Overview

At $0.07 per 1M input tokens and $0.0000 per 1M output tokens, qwen3-embedding-8b ranks 59 out of 145 embedding models by input cost. It is more affordable compared to the median of $0.10 for embedding models, and is cheaper than 58% of models in this category.

qwen3-embedding-8b is one of 3 Novita embedding models, its 33K-token context window places it in the top 15% of embedding models.

## Models to Compare

Alternatives to qwen3-embedding-8b with comparable capabilities.

| Model | Provider | Input $/1M | Output $/1M |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| gemini-1.5-flash | Google Gemini | $0.07 | $0.0000 |
| voyage-3 | Voyage | $0.06 | $0.0000 |
| voyage-3.5 | Voyage | $0.06 | $0.0000 |
| snowflake-arctic-embed-l-v2.0 | Snowflake | $0.07 | $0.0000 |
| snowflake-arctic-embed-m-v2.0 | Snowflake | $0.07 | $0.0000 |

- [Compare gemini-1.5-flash](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/gemini/gemini-1.5-flash.md)
- [Compare voyage-3](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/voyage/voyage-3.md)
- [Compare voyage-3.5](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/voyage/voyage-3.5.md)
- [Compare snowflake-arctic-embed-l-v2.0](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/snowflake/snowflake-arctic-embed-l-v2.0.md)
- [Compare snowflake-arctic-embed-m-v2.0](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/snowflake/snowflake-arctic-embed-m-v2.0.md)

## Related Resources

- [Calculate qwen3-embedding-8b costs](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/novita/model/qwen3-embedding-8b.md)
- [All Novita pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/novita.md)

## FAQ

### Is qwen3-embedding-8b cheaper than gemini-1.5-flash?

Yes. qwen3-embedding-8b costs $0.07 per 1M input tokens compared to gemini-1.5-flash's $0.07 per 1M input tokens, making it 7% more affordable. Both are embedding models.

### How does qwen3-embedding-8b pricing compare to the average embedding model?

qwen3-embedding-8b input pricing is $0.07 per 1M tokens, which is 30% below the median of $0.10 for embedding models. It ranks 59 out of 145 embedding models by input cost, making it cheaper than 58% of models in this category. For output, it costs $0.0000 per 1M tokens compared to the median of $0.0090.

### What makes qwen3-embedding-8b different from other Novita models?

Among Novita's 3 embedding models, qwen3-embedding-8b ranks 3 by input cost.

### What are the best alternatives to qwen3-embedding-8b?

The most comparable embedding models to qwen3-embedding-8b are: gemini-1.5-flash from Google Gemini ($0.07/1M input tokens); voyage-3 from Voyage ($0.06/1M input tokens); voyage-3.5 from Voyage ($0.06/1M input tokens); snowflake-arctic-embed-l-v2.0 from Snowflake ($0.07/1M 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 qwen3-embedding-8b's context window?

qwen3-embedding-8b supports up to 32,768 input tokens, placing it in the top 15% of embedding models by context window size (rank 19 of 143). This makes it suitable for processing long documents, extensive code repositories, or maintaining detailed conversation histories.

### How do I calculate qwen3-embedding-8b costs?

qwen3-embedding-8b 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 $0.07 and generating 1M output tokens costs $0.0000.

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- [Pricing: Bifrost pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/pricing.md)
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