Azure OpenAI Service:: AOAI

in plain english

OpenAI's models (GPT-4, GPT-5, o-series, embeddings, DALL·E, Whisper) running inside Azure with enterprise networking, data isolation, RBAC, and regional residency. Separate from M365 Copilot — this is for building your own AI apps.

official microsoft definition

Provides REST API access to OpenAI's powerful language models, including the GPT-4o family, GPT-5, the o-series, and embedding models. With Azure OpenAI, customers get the security capabilities of Microsoft Azure while running the same models as OpenAI.

plans & eligibility

• Pay-as-you-go per 1K tokens (input + output, varies by model)
• Provisioned throughput units (PTUs) for predictable latency at higher cost
• Free tier — limited evaluation quota

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