Model Comparison

Ling 3.1 Flash vs Step 3.7 Flash

Ling 3.1 Flash ranks #48 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 120, while Step 3.7 Flash ranks #113 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 103. 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
Ling 3.1 FlashChina (Other)Step 3.7 FlashChina (Other)
Rank#48#113
IQ120103
Abstract Reasoning10285
Mathematical Reasoning110111
Academic Reasoning131119
Programmatic Reasoning14092
Computer Use11599
Reliability118109
Knowledge Work124110
Emotional Reasoning——
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens—$1.33
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens—$1.35
Speed214 tok/s112 tok/s
Context Window1M262K
Released2026-09-302026-05-28
Open WeightsYesYes