Model Comparison

Kimi K3 vs Minimax M2.5

Kimi K3 ranks #21 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 127, while Minimax M2.5 ranks #102 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 104. 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 K3KimiMinimax M2.5MiniMax
Rank#21#102
IQ127104
Abstract Reasoning10678
Mathematical Reasoning135111
Academic Reasoning132115
Programmatic Reasoning135110
Computer Use130114
Reliability121105
Knowledge Work12792
Emotional Reasoning133—
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$20.17$2.20
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$18.00$1.50
Speed42 tok/s78 tok/s
Context Window1.0M—
Released2026-07-162026-02-12
Open WeightsYesYes