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Crouton Alpha vs MiniMax M3.1 Flash

Crouton Alpha leads MiniMax M3.1 Flash by 2.1 points on StealthMark, 48.0 to 45.9. MiniMax M3.1 Flash leads on 6 of 9 benchmarks and Crouton Alpha on 3, including both games. MiniMax M3.1 Flash 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
45.9/100Overall rank 28/56

General Intelligence

43.5/100
35.8/100

Visual Intelligence

56.0/100
62.6/100

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

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
  • MiniMax M3.1 Flash
  • Other models
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DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

  • Crouton Alpha
  • MiniMax M3.1 Flash
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
Crouton Alpha: No list priceMiniMax M3.1 Flash: $0.60$0.15 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
Crouton Alpha: Not publishedMiniMax M3.1 Flash: 1M
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
Crouton Alpha: 175tokens/sMiniMax M3.1 Flash: Not measured
SizeTotal and active parameters
Crouton Alpha: Not disclosedMiniMax M3.1 Flash: 428B23B active
Developer
Not publishedMiniMax
Input → output
Not publishedText, image, video → text
Architecture
Not publishedMixture-of-Experts with MiniMax Sparse Attention and native multimodal encoder

Full datasheets, every price and sourceMiniMax M3.1 Flash ↗

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

MiniMax M3.1 Flash 30.7/100Rank 30/52

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

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Level 1Second Thoughts
3 ptsOut of lives
6 ptsOut of lives
Level 2Pressure Pot
7 ptsOut of lives
5 ptsOut of lives
Level 3Hide or Flight
9 ptsSurvived
9 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

MiniMax M3.1 Flash 21.9/100Rank 43/53

Cleared 2 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 517.2 ptsTurn 24 / 40

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
9.4 ptsCleared
8.6 ptsClearedFinished early · 1 beacon left
Level 3Relay vault
11.2 ptsFinished early
5 ptsOut of turns
Level 4Passing bay
18.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
4.4 ptsFinished early
Level 5Second thoughts
20.2 ptsCleared
17.2 ptsFinished early

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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

The sphere placement, separate airborne black blob, recent cyan contact and elongated crimson aftermath support the required gross physical state. The reflection system remains severely incomplete: isolated side images, broad metallic bands and sparse light patches replace extensive mirror repetitions and curved nested imagery.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
State at 600 ms19.0/2520.0/25
Camera and placement11.0/1510.0/15
Reflections21.5/12024.0/120
Materials and scale6.0/108.0/10
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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

The sculptural M, confident grin and miniature theatrical pose closely fulfill the brief. Controlled gradients and clean shapes give the character volume and appeal. Moderate drawing complexity, an apparently separated shoe and ambiguous grounding limit the finish.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Task & likeness6.5/107.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.5/106.0/10
Space & placement6.5/107.0/10
Light & reflections5.5/106.0/10
Purposeful detail7.0/105.0/10
Artistry & character5.0/106.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/107.0/10
Visual integrity7.5/106.0/10

Benchmark task

Crouton Alpha

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

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

A small robot with an oversized angular head presents a glowing object. The scene tests character proportions, gesture and contrasting materials.

Mona Lisa

Different 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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

A coherent decorative portrait combines layered hair, garment contours, linked trim and atmospheric scenery. These provide meaningful drawing complexity, but likeness remains limited by the frontal elongated face and altered clothing. Compressed hands, abrupt facial shading and cluttered local edges leave the portrait uneven.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Task & likeness4.5/104.0/10
Anatomy & construction4.0/104.5/10
Space & placement4.5/105.5/10
Light & reflections5.0/104.5/10
Purposeful detail4.0/105.5/10
Artistry & character4.5/106.0/10
Materials & effects4.0/105.5/10
Visual integrity6.0/105.5/10

Benchmark task

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

Beach

Different 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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

A controlled, detailed beach illustration with expressive animals, coherent depth and accomplished foliage and accessory drawing. Its warm palette and varied contours sustain visual interest. Simplified anatomy and object volumes limit physical conviction, while reflection streaks crossing dry-looking sand and generic shadows weaken the lighting.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Task & likeness8.5/108.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/107.0/10
Space & placement5.5/107.5/10
Light & reflections5.5/106.0/10
Purposeful detail7.0/108.0/10
Artistry & character5.0/106.5/10
Materials & effects5.5/106.5/10
Visual integrity7.0/107.5/10

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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

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

Different 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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

An expressive, coherent cartoon clearly demonstrates the requested riding and steering relationship. Layered animal shapes, readable vehicle depth and purposeful facial details support its drawing quality. Ambiguous grips, sparse cast shadows and simplified material responses limit physical precision.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Task & likeness7.0/109.0/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/108.0/10
Space & placement6.0/108.0/10
Light & reflections6.0/106.0/10
Purposeful detail6.5/107.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/107.5/10
Materials & effects5.5/107.0/10
Visual integrity6.0/108.0/10

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

Different 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.

MiniMax M3.1 Flash

A controlled coastal illustration with a clear pelican silhouette, detailed wheels and accomplished feather and bill drawing. Continuous body construction and grounded wheels support the scene. Ambiguous leg, pedal and steering contacts weaken the riding mechanics; approximate directional lighting and simplified materials limit physical conviction.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaMiniMax M3.1 Flash
Task & likeness7.0/108.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/106.5/10
Space & placement5.5/108.0/10
Light & reflections5.5/107.0/10
Purposeful detail6.5/107.5/10
Artistry & character5.5/106.5/10
Materials & effects5.0/107.0/10
Visual integrity6.0/106.5/10

Benchmark task

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