GITAI G1 vs Optimus
Side-by-side comparison of GITAI G1 (GITAI) and Optimus (Tesla) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- GITAI G1United States
- OptimusUnited States
Year First Available
- GITAI G12020
- Optimus2022
Verified Deployments
- GITAI G10 Deployments
- Optimus0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- GITAI G1$13,500
- Optimus$25,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- GITAI G12 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Availability Status
- GITAI G1ACTIVE
- OptimusACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Weight
- GITAI G1120 kg
- Optimus25.4 kg
Height
- GITAI G1200 mm
- Optimus173 mm
Mobility Type
- GITAI G1bipedal
- Optimusbipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- GITAI G1full bipedal
- Optimusfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- GITAI G11.1 m/s
- Optimus2.2 m/s
Running Capable
- GITAI G1—
- Optimusrun capable
Stair Climbing
- GITAI G1No
- Optimus—
Terrain
- GITAI G1flat indoor, outdoor
- Optimusflat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- GITAI G12 kg
- Optimus9 kg
Payload (Peak)
- GITAI G1—
- Optimus68 kg
Total DOF
- GITAI G121
- Optimus75
Arm DOF
- GITAI G18
- Optimus28
Hand DOF
- GITAI G11
- Optimus22
Bimanual Coordination
- GITAI G1coordinated planning
- Optimusfull bimanual
Tool Use
- GITAI G1production validated
- Optimus—
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- GITAI G1NVIDIA Jetson compute module
- OptimusTesla AI5 chip
Compute Platform
- GITAI G1NVIDIA Jetson
- OptimusTesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer
VLM Capable
- GITAI G1No
- Optimus—
Foundation Models
- GITAI G1false
- Optimus—
Imitation Learning
- GITAI G1No
- Optimus—
Teleoperation
- GITAI G1vr_headset
- Optimus—
Programming
- GITAI G1code_ros
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
Battery & Power
Runtime
- GITAI G12 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Battery Capacity
- GITAI G1—
- Optimus2.3 kWh
Battery Swap
- GITAI G1No
- Optimus—
Software
SDK Languages
- GITAI G1Python
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
ROS Support
- GITAI G1ros2 vendor
- Optimusros2 vendor
Open API
- GITAI G1No
- OptimusYes
Reliability
Deployment Maturity
- GITAI G1production pilot
- Optimusprototype
IP Rating
- GITAI G1IP68
- OptimusIP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT
Commercial
Price (USD)
- GITAI G1$13,500
- Optimus$25,000
Price Tier
- GITAI G110-20K
- Optimus20-40K
Pricing Model
- GITAI G1purchase
- Optimuscapex
Delivery Lead Time
- GITAI G1—
- Optimus2 mo
Warranty
- GITAI G11 yrs
- Optimus—
Applications
- GITAI G1hazardous_env
- Optimuslogistics, healthcare, domestic use
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $13,500 | $25,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 120 kg | 25.4 kg |
| Height (values differ) | 200 mm | 173 mm |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 1.1 m/s | 2.2 m/s |
| Running Capable (values differ) | — | run capable |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | No | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat indoor, outdoor | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 2 kg | 9 kg |
| Payload (Peak) (values differ) | — | 68 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 21 | 75 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 8 | 28 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | 1 | 22 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | coordinated planning | full bimanual |
| Tool Use (values differ) | production validated | — |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | NVIDIA Jetson compute module | Tesla AI5 chip |
| Compute Platform (values differ) | NVIDIA Jetson | Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | No | — |
| Foundation Models (values differ) | false | — |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | No | — |
| Teleoperation (values differ) | vr_headset | — |
| Programming (values differ) | code_ros | code_python, proprietary_app |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 2 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Battery Capacity (values differ) | — | 2.3 kWh |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | No | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python | code_python, proprietary_app |
| ROS Support | ros2 vendor | ros2 vendor |
| Open API (values differ) | No | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | production pilot | prototype |
| IP Rating (values differ) | IP68 | IP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $13,500 | $25,000 |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 10-20K | 20-40K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | purchase | capex |
| Delivery Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 mo |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | hazardous_env | logistics, healthcare, domestic use |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Charging Time, Charging Method, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Production Pilots
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Frequently asked
Who makes GITAI G1 and Optimus?
GITAI G1 is made by GITAI, based in US. Optimus is made by Tesla, based in US.
When were GITAI G1 and Optimus launched?
GITAI G1 launched in 2020. Optimus launched in 2022.
How much does GITAI G1 cost compared to Optimus?
GITAI G1 is listed at $13,500. Optimus is listed at $25,000.
How do GITAI G1 and Optimus compare on the Robolist Product Score?
GITAI G1 scores 34/100. Optimus scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between GITAI G1 and Optimus?
GITAI G1 carries up to 2 kg. Optimus carries up to 68 kg.
Are GITAI G1 and Optimus in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between GITAI G1 and Optimus?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time
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Running a Humanoid Pilot: Scope, Success Criteria, and Exit Options
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About this comparison
GITAI G1 vs Optimus compares two robots in the humanoid category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.