Model Comparison

Kimi K3 vs Step 3.7 Flash

Kimi K3 ranks #20 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 127, while Step 3.7 Flash ranks #105 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 K3KimiStep 3.7 FlashChina (Other)
Rank#20#105
IQ127104
Abstract Reasoning10685
Mathematical Reasoning135111
Academic Reasoning132119
Programmatic Reasoning13592
Computer Use13099
Reliability121109
Knowledge Work127110
Emotional Reasoning133—
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$20.21$1.34
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$18.00$1.35
Speed42 tok/s212 tok/s
Context Window1.0M262K
Released2026-07-162026-05-28
Open WeightsYesYes