I Spent $500 Testing Azure OpenAI So You Don't Have To: The Real Costs Microsoft Doesn't Show
November 25, 2025
Microsoft's pricing calculator shows token costs. It doesn't show the hosting fees, PTU confusion, and hidden infrastructure charges that turn a $50 pilot into a $2,000 monthly bill. Here's what actually happens when you deploy Azure OpenAI at scale.
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