--- title: "qwen3-embedding-4b - Model Details & Comparison" description: "qwen3-embedding-4b from OpenRouter: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models." url: "https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/openrouter/qwen3-embedding-4b" markdown: "https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/openrouter/qwen3-embedding-4b.md" --- # qwen3-embedding-4b - Model Details & Comparison > qwen3-embedding-4b from OpenRouter: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models. ## Important Links - [View MCP Gateway](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/resources/mcp-gateway.md) - [Features](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/#features) - [Enterprise](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/enterprise) - [Pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/pricing.md) - [Docs](https://docs.getbifrost.ai) - [GitHub](https://github.com/maximhq/bifrost) - [Book a Demo](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/book-a-demo) ## About qwen3-embedding-4b qwen3-embedding-4b is an embedding model from OpenRouter, one of 25 embedding models they offer. It is priced at $0.02 per 1M input tokens, ranking 47 out of 145 embedding models by cost and cheaper than 68% of models in this category. qwen3-embedding-4b supports structured output. Its 33K-token context window is in the top 15% among embedding models. ## Specifications - **OpenRouter Provider.** - **Embedding Mode.** - **32,768 Max Input Tokens.** - **32,768 Max Tokens.** - **$0.02 / 1M tokens Input Price.** ## Capabilities qwen3-embedding-4b supports: Response Schema. ## qwen3-embedding-4b Pricing Overview At $0.02 per 1M input tokens, qwen3-embedding-4b ranks 47 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 68% of models in this category. qwen3-embedding-4b is one of 25 OpenRouter embedding models, with support for structured output. its 33K-token context window places it in the top 15% of embedding models. ## Models to Compare Alternatives to qwen3-embedding-4b with comparable capabilities. | Model | Provider | Input $/1M | Output $/1M | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 | AWS Bedrock | $0.02 | $0.0000 | | text-embedding-3-small | Azure | $0.02 | $0.0000 | | UAE-Large-V1 | Fireworks Ai-embedding-models | $0.02 | $0.02 | | gte-large | Fireworks Ai-embedding-models | $0.02 | $0.02 | | text-embedding-3-small | OpenAI | $0.02 | $0.0000 | - [Compare amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/bedrock/amazon.titan-embed-text-v2-0.md) - [Compare text-embedding-3-small](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/azure/text-embedding-3-small.md) - [Compare UAE-Large-V1](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/fireworks_ai-embedding-models/uae-large-v1.md) - [Compare gte-large](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/fireworks_ai-embedding-models/gte-large.md) - [Compare text-embedding-3-small](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/openai/text-embedding-3-small.md) ## Related Resources - [Calculate qwen3-embedding-4b costs](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/openrouter/model/qwen3-embedding-4b.md) - [Check OpenRouter status](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/provider-status/openrouter.md) - [All OpenRouter pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/openrouter.md) ## FAQ ### Is qwen3-embedding-4b cheaper than amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0? No. qwen3-embedding-4b costs $0.02 per 1M input tokens while amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 costs $0.02 per 1M input tokens, making amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 0% more affordable for input. However, qwen3-embedding-4b may offer different capabilities or performance characteristics that justify the price difference. ### How does qwen3-embedding-4b pricing compare to the average embedding model? qwen3-embedding-4b input pricing is $0.02 per 1M tokens, which is 80% below the median of $0.10 for embedding models. It ranks 47 out of 145 embedding models by input cost, making it cheaper than 68% of models in this category. ### What makes qwen3-embedding-4b different from other OpenRouter models? Among OpenRouter's 25 embedding models, qwen3-embedding-4b ranks 17 by input cost. ### What are the best alternatives to qwen3-embedding-4b? The most comparable embedding models to qwen3-embedding-4b are: amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 from AWS Bedrock ($0.02/1M input tokens); text-embedding-3-small from Azure ($0.02/1M input tokens); UAE-Large-V1 from Fireworks Ai-embedding-models ($0.02/1M input tokens); gte-large from Fireworks Ai-embedding-models ($0.02/1M 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-4b's context window? qwen3-embedding-4b supports up to 32,768 input tokens, placing it in the top 15% of embedding models by context window size (rank 22 of 143). This makes it suitable for processing long documents, extensive code repositories, or maintaining detailed conversation histories. ### How do I check if OpenRouter is down? You can monitor OpenRouter service health in real time on the Bifrost OpenRouter Status page. It tracks current component status, active incidents, and historical reliability data pulled from the official status page every 60 seconds. ### How do I calculate qwen3-embedding-4b costs? qwen3-embedding-4b 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. ## Related Resources - [OpenRouter models](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/provider/openrouter.md) - [Model library](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library.md) - [LLM cost calculator](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator.md) - [Docs: Bifrost docs](https://docs.getbifrost.ai) - [GitHub: maximhq/bifrost](https://github.com/maximhq/bifrost) - [Pricing: Bifrost pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/pricing.md) - [Enterprise: Bifrost enterprise](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/enterprise) - [Book a Demo: Bifrost demo](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/book-a-demo) - [Resources: Bifrost resources](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/resources.md) --- *This is a markdown version of [https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/openrouter/qwen3-embedding-4b](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/openrouter/qwen3-embedding-4b) for AI/LLM consumption.*