Model Comparison

GPT 5.6 Sol vs Kimi K3

GPT 5.6 Sol ranks #9 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 134, while Kimi K3 ranks #21 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 127. 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
GPT 5.6 SolOpenAIKimi K3Kimi
Rank#9#21
IQ134127
Abstract Reasoning127106
Mathematical Reasoning145135
Academic Reasoning133132
Programmatic Reasoning143135
Computer Use136130
Reliability126121
Knowledge Work129127
Emotional Reasoning119133
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$27.43$20.17
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$35.00$18.00
Speed89 tok/s42 tok/s
Context Window1M1.0M
Released2026-07-092026-07-16
Open WeightsNoYes