Model Comparison

Kimi K3 vs Minimax M3.1 Flash

Kimi K3 ranks #23 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 126, while Minimax M3.1 Flash ranks #32 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 123. 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 M3.1 FlashMiniMax
Rank#23#32
IQ126123
Abstract Reasoning106102
Mathematical Reasoning135120
Academic Reasoning131131
Programmatic Reasoning135136
Computer Use129121
Reliability120121
Knowledge Work127128
Emotional Reasoning133—
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$20.02$1.40
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$18.00$0.75
Speed37 tok/s96 tok/s
Context Window1.0M1M
Released2026-07-162026-10-19
Open WeightsYesNo