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Crouton Alpha vs GPT-6.1 Sol

GPT-6.1 Sol leads Crouton Alpha by 19.8 points on StealthMark, 67.8 to 48.0. It leads on all 9 benchmarks. GPT-6.1 Sol scores higher on Newton's Mirror, with its largest category advantage in reflections.

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Overall StealthMark

48.0/100Overall rank 23/56
67.8/100Overall rank 4/56

General Intelligence

43.5/100
64.4/100

Visual Intelligence

56.0/100
74.1/100

Reasoning efficiency

How many reasoning tokens a model needs for the quality it delivers.

Single-step reasoning How much it reasons to understand a task

Multi-step reasoning How much it keeps reasoning as a task goes on

  • GPT-6.1 Sol

Cost efficiency

How much Performance you get for your money.

  • Crouton AlphaNot measured

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BENCHMARK BY BENCHMARK

Where each model leads

  • Crouton Alpha
  • GPT-6.1 Sol
  • Other models
  • Median

DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

Crouton Alpha runs 3.4× faster in our speed test. GPT-6.1 Sol scores higher on StealthMark.

  • Crouton Alpha
  • GPT-6.1 Sol
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
Crouton Alpha: No list priceGPT-6.1 Sol: $10$2 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
Crouton Alpha: Not publishedGPT-6.1 Sol: 1.05M128K max output
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
Crouton Alpha: 1753.4× fastertokens/sGPT-6.1 Sol: 51tokens/s
Developer
Not publishedOpenAI
Released
Not published29 Sep 2026
Origin
Not publishedUnited States
Input → output
Not publishedText, image → text

Full datasheets, every price and sourceGPT-6.1 Sol ↗

Anticipating threats and planning ahead. Collect coins while avoiding ghosts. Ghosts move before the player each turn, and collisions cost a life. 3 levels in sequence, up to 66 turns in total. Earlier moves and outcomes carry forward, testing learning across levels.

Crouton Alpha 32.3/100Rank 29/52

Survived 1 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 39 ptsTurn 20 / 20

GPT-6.1 Sol 62.0/100Rank 9/52

Survived 2 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 318 ptsTurn 20 / 20

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Level 1Second Thoughts
3 ptsOut of lives
26 ptsSurvived
Level 2Pressure Pot
7 ptsOut of lives
6 ptsOut of lives
Level 3Hide or Flight
9 ptsSurvived
18 ptsSurvived

Cooperative planning and learning from experience. Coordinate two robots to push numbered cores onto matching sockets. Pressure plates hold doors open; moving either robot uses one turn. 5 levels in sequence, up to 152 turns in total. Earlier moves and outcomes carry forward, testing learning across levels.

Crouton Alpha 59.5/100Rank 24/53

Cleared 4 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 520.2 ptsTurn 29 / 40

GPT-6.1 Sol 87.6/100Rank 1/53

Cleared 5 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 520.6 ptsTurn 27 / 40

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
9.4 ptsCleared
10.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 1 beacon left
Level 3Relay vault
11.2 ptsFinished early
19.2 ptsCleared
Level 4Passing bay
18.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
18.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
Level 5Second thoughts
20.2 ptsCleared
20.6 ptsCleared

Newton's Mirror

Same task instructions

Physics, perspective and recursive reflections, tested together. Explore the test ↗

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

The artwork establishes approximate central placement, a separate airborne black blob, and basic wall and floor sphere images. Its defining weaknesses are the largely absent recursive reflection system, missing emitter mappings, satin steel appearance and unresolved paint interaction. The black lateral wedges do not establish a separate viewport, and the hidden floor contact does not establish a gap. The category values remain unchanged.

GPT-6.1 Sol

Recognizable first sphere images and several central planar lights provide limited geometric agreement. Missing outer chains, truncated panel sequences and simplified interiors across the main, side and floor spheres leave most of the recursive reflection structure unsupported.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
State at 600 ms19.0/2524.0/25
Camera and placement11.0/1515.0/15
Reflections21.5/12035.0/120
Materials and scale6.0/1010.0/10
Floor-damage reward0.0/100.0/10

Benchmark task

A spinning metal sphere and paint in a mirrored room test physical reasoning, perspective and consistency across repeated reflections.

Selfie

Different task instructions

Visual construction and creative interpretation.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

A cheerful, readable cartoon captures the crouton's signature expression and many specific accessories. Coherent cube geometry and foreground foreshortening support the selfie. Simple construction and flat material treatment limit its sophistication, while the tipping raft, advancing soup and unnoticed soaking remain insufficiently clear.

GPT-6.1 Sol

Six outward-facing heads and evenly arranged loops make the pale interlocking knot immediately readable. Uniform widths, angular inner bends and fine scales preserve its ornamental geometry. The bodies feel more like textured tubes than living muscle: shading is subdued, crossing contact shadows are weak, and visible curved seams interrupt surface continuity. Small heads have readable eyes and jaws but limited anatomical depth.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Task & likeness6.5/108.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.5/107.5/10
Space & placement6.5/108.0/10
Light & reflections5.5/107.0/10
Purposeful detail7.0/107.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/107.5/10
Materials & effects5.5/107.0/10
Visual integrity7.5/108.0/10

Benchmark task

Crouton Alpha

Character scenes test expression, anatomy, materials and coherent visual construction.

GPT-6.1 Sol

A pale serpent woven into an interlocking knot tests connected anatomy, repeated structure and readable overlaps. Organic surface detail must work with the overall geometry.

Mona Lisa

Same task instructions

Precise visual recall and portrait reconstruction.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

A recognizable, coherent simplification with readable eyes, a restrained smile and modest facial volume. Frontal symmetry, an oversized head, capsule-like hands and geometric scenery substantially limit likeness, anatomy and depth. Clean contours preserve basic integrity but do not establish sophisticated construction or finish.

GPT-6.1 Sol

The recognizable pose, dark clothing and misty landscape form a coherent portrait. Soft facial shading creates volume, but the broad face, outlined eyes and simplified smile limit likeness. Overlapping hands have flattened fingers and ambiguous separation. Angular landscape shapes and sparse fabric detail keep the execution competent rather than masterful.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Task & likeness4.5/106.5/10
Anatomy & construction4.0/105.5/10
Space & placement4.5/106.5/10
Light & reflections5.0/106.5/10
Purposeful detail4.0/105.5/10
Artistry & character4.5/106.5/10
Materials & effects4.0/106.0/10
Visual integrity6.0/107.0/10

Benchmark task

An SVG interpretation of the Mona Lisa tests facial likeness, anatomy and the composition of a familiar portrait.

Beach

Same task instructions

Creativity, perspective and visual beauty.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

A colorful, readable sunset beach scene with playful subjects and a clear central reflection. Purposeful equipment and animal details reward inspection, and the principal attachments remain intact. Basic geometric anatomy, mixed viewpoints and sparse directional shadows limit its construction and depth; smooth gradients provide atmosphere with little material differentiation.

GPT-6.1 Sol

A cohesive sunset palette, sweeping shoreline and framing palm create an appealing beach illustration. Animals, birds, play and a prominent sun reflection fulfill the brief. Connected but schematic figures and simplified dolphin anatomy limit construction; stepped reflections and mostly flat surfaces limit lighting and material depth. Small beach accessories remain readable and edges are clean.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Task & likeness8.5/108.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/107.5/10
Space & placement5.5/107.5/10
Light & reflections5.5/107.5/10
Purposeful detail7.0/107.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/107.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/107.0/10
Visual integrity7.0/108.5/10

Benchmark task

A busy shoreline at sunset tests scene composition, animal forms and the relationship between light and water reflections.

Ground Truth

Same task instructions

Physical reasoning, light and visual reconstruction.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

This benchmark has not been assessed yet.

GPT-6.1 Sol

This benchmark has not been assessed yet.

Benchmark task

A plank, computer mouse and blueberry in a steel room test physical stability, spatial relationships, materials and lighting.

Raccoon

Same task instructions

Scene composition and interacting subjects.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

A readable cartoon with expressive faces, purposeful markings and clear water motion. Hull shading and an underside shadow establish modest depth. The dog contacts the controls, but the raccoon's frontal pose leaves its seated weight unresolved. Simple anatomy and limited shared perspective constrain the drawing.

GPT-6.1 Sol

The masked raccoon rides the dog's back, and the dog's forepaw meets a handlebar connected to the deck. Expressive faces, a striped tail and sweeping wake create an appealing composition. Overlapping bodies compress the seating and rear-leg anatomy; hull depth and sunset illumination remain schematic.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Task & likeness7.0/108.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/107.5/10
Space & placement6.0/107.5/10
Light & reflections6.0/106.5/10
Purposeful detail6.5/108.0/10
Artistry & character5.0/108.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/107.5/10
Visual integrity6.0/108.5/10

Benchmark task

A jet-ski scene pairs a canine driver with a raccoon passenger. It tests the placement and contact of interacting subjects, along with vehicle construction.

Pelican

Same task instructions

Subject construction and spatial relationships.

The judgment

Crouton Alpha

A recognizable, expressive pelican cyclist with purposeful feather and bicycle detail. Readable steering reach, connected machinery and modest body shading earn additional credit. Jointless legs, uncertain pedal engagement and unclear seated support keep the central action only partially resolved; shallow space and simple materials further limit the illustration.

GPT-6.1 Sol

A clearly recognizable pelican rides a well-composed bicycle through a warm coastal scene. The expressive bill, restrained palette and carefully drawn wheels give the illustration character. Leg-to-pedal connections are less convincing, especially the obscured far foot. Lighting provides gentle volume but little directional shadow. The small subtitle is clipped at the lower border.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaGPT-6.1 Sol
Task & likeness7.0/109.0/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/107.0/10
Space & placement5.5/108.0/10
Light & reflections5.5/107.0/10
Purposeful detail6.5/108.0/10
Artistry & character5.5/108.5/10
Materials & effects5.0/107.5/10
Visual integrity6.0/108.0/10

Benchmark task

A cycling pelican tests anatomy, riding posture and contact between the bird and the bicycle.