Model Comparison

Kimi K3 vs Minimax M3

Kimi K3 ranks #20 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 127, while Minimax M3 ranks #54 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.

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 M3MiniMax
Rank#20#54
IQ127115
Abstract Reasoning10686
Mathematical Reasoning136121
Academic Reasoning132125
Programmatic Reasoning135118
Computer Use131117
Reliability121124
Knowledge Work127114
Emotional Reasoning133104
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$19.85$3.38
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$18.00$1.50
Speed42 tok/s107 tok/s
Context Window1.0M1M
Released2026-07-162026-06-01
Open WeightsYesYes