Model Comparison

Ember 1 vs Minimax M3

Ember 1 ranks #93 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 106, while Minimax M3 ranks #64 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 114. 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
Ember 1US (Other)Minimax M3MiniMax
Rank#93#64
IQ106114
Abstract Reasoning8986
Mathematical Reasoning132120
Academic Reasoning100125
Programmatic Reasoning126118
Computer Use102115
Reliability96123
Knowledge Work95113
Emotional Reasoning—104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$15.87$3.43
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$18.00$1.50
Speed—109 tok/s
Context Window1.0M1M
Released2026-09-232026-06-01
Open WeightsNoYes