Model Comparison

Deepseek R1 vs Minimax M3

Deepseek R1 ranks #148 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 93, while Minimax M3 ranks #55 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 115. The table below puts the two models side by side across the seven capability dimensions, emotional reasoning, cost, speed, and context window.

Where They Sit on the IQ Bell Curve
Both models highlighted on the standard normal IQ distribution of every tracked model
IQ Dimensions Head to Head
The seven scored Composite IQ dimensions, side by side
Domains Head to Head
Applied domain composite scores where at least one model is measured
Deepseek R1DeepSeekMinimax M3MiniMax
Rank#148#55
IQ93115
Abstract Reasoning7286
Mathematical Reasoning101121
Academic Reasoning108125
Programmatic Reasoning104118
Computer Use70116
Reliability98123
Knowledge Work96114
Emotional Reasoning100104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$3.12$3.43
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$6.00$1.50
Speed175 tok/s122 tok/s
Context Window—1M
Released2025-01-202026-06-01
Open WeightsYesYes