Model Comparison

Kimi K2.5 vs Qwen3.8 Max 0902

Kimi K2.5 ranks #77 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 110, while Qwen3.8 Max 0902 ranks #24 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 126. 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
Kimi K2.5KimiQwen3.8 Max 0902Alibaba
Rank#77#24
IQ110126
Abstract Reasoning81107
Mathematical Reasoning110131
Academic Reasoning123131
Programmatic Reasoning115140
Computer Use117121
Reliability112120
Knowledge Work111129
Emotional Reasoning115—
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$2.79$20.79
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$3.35$8.00
Speed74 tok/s38 tok/s
Context Window—1M
Released2026-01-272026-09-02
Open WeightsYesNo