Model Comparison

Gemma 4 12b vs Minimax M3

Gemma 4 12b ranks #135 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 95, while Minimax M3 ranks #54 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
Gemma 4 12bGoogleMinimax M3MiniMax
Rank#135#54
IQ95115
Abstract Reasoning8886
Mathematical Reasoning87121
Academic Reasoning110125
Programmatic Reasoning92118
Computer Use91116
Reliability107124
Knowledge Work91114
Emotional Reasoning104104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$0.18$3.38
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$0.40$1.50
Speed111 tok/s107 tok/s
Context Window256K1M
Released2026-06-032026-06-01
Open WeightsYesYes