Model Comparison

Gemini 4 Argon vs Granite 4.2 8b

Gemini 4 Argon ranks #3 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 140, while Granite 4.2 8b ranks #148 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 94. 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
Gemini 4 ArgonGoogleGranite 4.2 8bUS (Other)
Rank#3#148
IQ14094
Abstract Reasoning13284
Mathematical Reasoning14486
Academic Reasoning136103
Programmatic Reasoning15399
Computer Use14888
Reliability135101
Knowledge Work13095
Emotional Reasoning——
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens—$0.25
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens—$0.31
Speed82 tok/s92 tok/s
Context Window—131K
Released2026-09-302026-08-25
Open WeightsNoYes