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Gemini 4 Carbon vs Minimax M2.1

Gemini 4 Carbon ranks #5 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 139, while Minimax M2.1 ranks #106 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 104. The table below puts the two models side by side across the seven capability dimensions, emotional reasoning, cost, speed, and context window.

Gemini 4 Carbon profile →Minimax M2.1 profile →
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 CarbonGoogleMinimax M2.1MiniMax
Rank#5#106
IQ139104
Abstract Reasoning12080
Mathematical Reasoning145108
Academic Reasoning136115
Programmatic Reasoning153114
Computer Use155112
Reliability135108
Knowledge Work13092
Emotional Reasoning——
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens—$2.23
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens—$1.50
Speed—57 tok/s
Context Window——
Released2026-10-282025-12-23
Open WeightsNoYes
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