Model Comparison

Qwen3.6 35b A3b vs Qwen3.8 Max 0902

Qwen3.6 35b A3b ranks #107 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 104, while Qwen3.8 Max 0902 ranks #29 on the AI IQ leaderboard with an estimated IQ of 125. 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
Qwen3.6 35b A3bAlibabaQwen3.8 Max 0902Alibaba
Rank#107#29
IQ104125
Abstract Reasoning94107
Mathematical Reasoning103131
Academic Reasoning114131
Programmatic Reasoning101140
Computer Use102121
Reliability105120
Knowledge Work108129
Emotional Reasoning——
Effective Cost / 1M Tokens$2.19$20.79
Sticker Price / 1M I/O Tokens$2.63$8.00
Speed133 tok/s40 tok/s
Context Window262K1M
Released2026-04-162026-09-02
Open WeightsYesNo