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Crouton Alpha vs Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

Crouton Alpha leads Qwen3.6-35B-A3B by 27.2 points on StealthMark, 48.0 to 20.8. It leads on 8 of 9 benchmarks, including both games, and Qwen3.6-35B-A3B on 1. Crouton Alpha 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
20.8/100Overall rank 50/56

General Intelligence

43.5/100
12.7/100

Visual Intelligence

56.0/100
34.0/100

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

Open or local

Local modelOpen model · Apache-2.0

BENCHMARK BY BENCHMARK

Where each model leads

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DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

Crouton Alpha scores higher on StealthMark. Qwen3.6-35B-A3B runs 3.3× faster in our speed test.

  • Crouton Alpha
  • Qwen3.6-35B-A3B
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
Crouton Alpha: No list priceQwen3.6-35B-A3B: $1.49$0.25 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
Crouton Alpha: Not publishedQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 1.01M64K max output
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
Crouton Alpha: 175tokens/sQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 5773.3× fastertokens/s
SizeTotal and active parameters
Crouton Alpha: Not disclosedQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 35B3B active
Developer
Not publishedQwen
Released
Not published16 Apr 2026
Origin
Not publishedChina
Input → output
Not publishedText, image, video → text
Architecture
Not publishedMoE causal language model with vision encoder; Gated DeltaNet + gated attention; 256 experts, 8 routed + 1 shared active

Full datasheets, every price and sourceQwen3.6-35B-A3B ↗

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

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B 20.7/100Rank 44/52

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

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Level 1Second Thoughts
3 ptsOut of lives
4 ptsOut of lives
Level 2Pressure Pot
7 ptsOut of lives
3 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

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B 3.6/100Rank 49/53

Cleared 1 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 57.8 ptsTurn 36 / 40

Points per level

LevelCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
9.4 ptsCleared
1 ptsOut of turns
Level 3Relay vault
11.2 ptsFinished early
0.2 ptsFinished early
Level 4Passing bay
18.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
3 ptsOut of turns
Level 5Second thoughts
20.2 ptsCleared
7.8 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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

The artwork demonstrates rounded volume, recognizable paint colors and a compact black feature at an appropriate screen height. The enlarged main-sphere framing, unsupported crimson and cyan interaction histories, oversized compact paint balls and largely missing mirror structure remain substantial weaknesses. The core assessment is 20/170; with no demonstrated floor damage, the combined assessment remains 20/180.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
State at 600 ms19.0/252.5/25
Camera and placement11.0/154.0/15
Reflections21.5/1203.5/120
Materials and scale6.0/102.5/10
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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

An appealing fantasy illustration with coordinated ornament, readable suspension and luminous turquoise accents. Plausible limb attachments and soft shading support competent execution. Bear-like proportions, unclear paw gestures, insufficient white robe fabric, crowded chest details and shallow material modeling limit its finish.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness6.5/106.0/10
Anatomy & construction5.5/106.0/10
Space & placement6.5/106.5/10
Light & reflections5.5/107.0/10
Purposeful detail7.0/106.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/106.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/105.5/10
Visual integrity7.5/107.5/10

Benchmark task

Crouton Alpha

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

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

A floating capybara in ornate robes tests character anatomy, layered fabric and the placement of surrounding luminous forms.

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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

A recognizable but basic geometric interpretation. Muted colors and soft shading provide cohesion, while weak likeness, unresolved hands, rigid anatomy and shallow landscape construction substantially limit the replication.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness4.5/102.0/10
Anatomy & construction4.0/101.0/10
Space & placement4.5/102.0/10
Light & reflections5.0/100.5/10
Purposeful detail4.0/101.5/10
Artistry & character4.5/101.5/10
Materials & effects4.0/101.5/10
Visual integrity6.0/102.0/10

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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

A recognizable beach sunset with balanced framing and appealing color transitions. Birds, boats and small animals fulfill the main scene requirements. Elementary anatomy, faint details, weak grounding and rigid reflection columns limit depth and finish.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness8.5/107.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/104.5/10
Space & placement5.5/105.5/10
Light & reflections5.5/104.5/10
Purposeful detail7.0/104.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/104.5/10
Materials & effects5.5/105.5/10
Visual integrity7.0/105.0/10

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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

Clean shapes, cheerful faces and bright colors make the riding arrangement readable. The dog does not visibly operate the control, while awkward limbs, shallow hull placement and stiff poses limit credibility. Gradients and layered foam add modest volume and motion. The obscured tail attachment does not establish detachment.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness7.0/104.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/103.5/10
Space & placement6.0/105.5/10
Light & reflections6.0/103.5/10
Purposeful detail6.5/104.5/10
Artistry & character5.0/104.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/104.0/10
Visual integrity6.0/103.5/10

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.

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

A cheerful, readable illustration with a distinctive pelican silhouette, clean contours and an orderly landscape. Soft glow and restrained shading provide modest atmosphere. Construction is weaker: the handlebar is disconnected, wings do not reach the controls, and overlapping legs leave pedaling ambiguous. Simple forms and mostly flat materials limit depth and drawing sophistication.

Score breakdown

CategoryCrouton AlphaQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness7.0/107.0/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/103.5/10
Space & placement5.5/106.0/10
Light & reflections5.5/105.5/10
Purposeful detail6.5/107.0/10
Artistry & character5.5/105.0/10
Materials & effects5.0/105.5/10
Visual integrity6.0/104.5/10

Benchmark task

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