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Kimi K2.5 vs Minimax M3

Kimi K2.5 ranks #77 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 110, 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.

Kimi K2.5 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
Kimi K2.5KimiMinimax M3MiniMax
Rank#77#55
IQ110115
Abstract Reasoning8186
Mathematical Reasoning110121
Academic Reasoning123125
Programmatic Reasoning115118
Computer Use117116
Reliability112123
Knowledge Work111114
Emotional Reasoning115104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$2.79$3.43
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$3.35$1.50
Speed74 tok/s122 tok/s
Context Window—1M
Released2026-01-272026-06-01
Open WeightsYesYes
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