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Grok 4.6 vs Minimax M3

Grok 4.6 ranks #23 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 126, while Minimax M3 ranks #55 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.

Grok 4.6 profile →Minimax M3 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
Grok 4.6xAIMinimax M3MiniMax
Rank#23#55
IQ126115
Abstract Reasoning10886
Mathematical Reasoning129121
Academic Reasoning132125
Programmatic Reasoning136118
Computer Use124116
Reliability126123
Knowledge Work128114
Emotional Reasoning—104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$8.87$3.43
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$8.00$1.50
Speed66 tok/s122 tok/s
Context Window500K1M
Released2026-08-122026-06-01
Open WeightsNoYes
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