DeepSeek V3 API Cost Calculator
Estimate your monthly API costs for DeepSeek V3 from Deepseek.
Pricing per 1M tokens
Pricing last verified: Mar 21, 2026
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Cost Breakdown
Compare with Similar Models
| Model | Input/1M | Output/1M |
|---|---|---|
| DeepSeek V3.1 Terminus Deepseek | $0.2100 | $0.7800 |
| DeepSeek V3 0324 Deepseek | $0.2000 | $0.7700 |
| R1 Distill Llama 70B Deepseek | $0.7000 | $0.8000 |
| DeepSeek V3.1 Deepseek | $0.1500 | $0.7500 |
| DeepSeek V3.2 Speciale Deepseek | $0.4000 | $1.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does DeepSeek V3 cost per token?
DeepSeek V3 is priced at $0.3200 per 1M input tokens and $0.8900 per 1M output tokens. Use the calculator above to estimate your monthly costs based on your usage volume.
What is the context window for DeepSeek V3?
DeepSeek V3 has a context window of 163.8K tokens (163,840 tokens). The maximum output length is 163.8K tokens.
Does DeepSeek V3 support function calling (tool use)?
Yes, DeepSeek V3 supports function calling (also called tool use). You can define custom functions that the model can invoke as part of its responses.
How does DeepSeek V3 compare to similar models?
DeepSeek V3 costs $0.3200 input and $0.8900 output per 1M tokens. DeepSeek V3.1 is less expensive at $0.1500 input and $0.7500 output per 1M tokens. See the "Compare with Similar Models" table above, or visit the DeepSeek V3.1 page at /tools/cost-calculator/deepseek/deepseek-chat-v3-1.