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DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 vs MiniMax M3

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 leads MiniMax M3 by 24.6 points on StealthMark, 59.2 to 34.6. It leads on 8 of 9 benchmarks, including both games, and MiniMax M3 on 1. DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 scores higher on Newton's Mirror, with its largest category advantage in state at 600 ms.

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Overall StealthMark

59.2/100Overall rank 9/53
34.6/100Overall rank 39/53

General Intelligence

56.8/100
28.0/100

Visual Intelligence

63.5/100
45.3/100

Reasoning efficiency

On every task, result quality and reasoning tokens are each compared with all measured models and weighed equally. Each dot is one model.

Single-step reasoning Result quality weighed against reasoning tokens on a single problem

Multi-step reasoning Result quality weighed against reasoning tokens across connected steps, as in agentic workflows

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Where each model leads

  • DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017
  • MiniMax M3
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DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 scores higher on StealthMark and runs 1.9× faster in our speed test. Both take about 1M tokens of context.

  • DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017
  • MiniMax M3
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017: $1.20Tied$0.30 inputMiniMax M3: $1.20Tied$0.30 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017: 1MTied384K max outputMiniMax M3: 1MTied512K max output
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017: 3101.9× fastertokens/sMiniMax M3: 162tokens/s
SizeTotal and active parameters
DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017: 763B16B activeEstimatedMiniMax M3: 428B23B active
Developer
DeepSeek-AIMiniMax
Released
17 Oct 20261 Jun 2026
Origin
ChinaSingapore
Input → output
Text, image → textText, image, video → text
Architecture
Sparse mixture-of-experts with a causal encoder-decoder design and native image understanding.Mixture-of-Experts with MiniMax Sparse Attention and native multimodal encoder

Full datasheets, every price and sourceDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 ↗MiniMax M3 ↗

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.

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 52.9/100Rank 15/47

Survived 1 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 310 ptsTurn 15 / 20

MiniMax M3 22.1/100Rank 38/47

Survived 0 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 36 ptsTurn 7 / 20

Points per level

LevelDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Level 1Second Thoughts
26 ptsSurvived
17 ptsOut of lives
Level 2Pressure Pot
7 ptsOut of lives
3 ptsOut of lives
Level 3Hide or Flight
10 ptsOut of lives
6 ptsOut of lives

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.

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017 73.9/100Rank 13/48

Cleared 5 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 520 ptsTurn 30 / 40

MiniMax M3 31.4/100Rank 34/48

Cleared 2 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 58.8 ptsTurn 11 / 40

Points per level

LevelDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
9.8 ptsCleared
9.4 ptsClearedFinished early · 1 beacon left
Level 3Relay vault
19.2 ptsCleared
0.2 ptsFinished early
Level 4Passing bay
16.4 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
14.2 ptsFinished early
Level 5Second thoughts
20 ptsCleared
8.8 ptsFinished early

Newton's Mirror

Same task instructions

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

The judgment

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

Principal sphere and airborne-black placements are supported, and diminishing bilateral chains provide limited optical structure. Missing nested imagery, incomplete outer chains, distorted first images and sparse emitter recurrence remain the dominant weaknesses. Oversized paint bodies and unresolved cyan contact impose separate limitations.

MiniMax M3

The centered sphere, aligned left wall image, smaller lower-left continuation and partially occluded floor image provide recognizable local mirror coherence. Cyan remains airborne, the main sphere resembles white marble, and missing right-side imagery, recursive optics and panel mappings leave the scene substantially incomplete.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
State at 600 ms23.0/257.0/25
Camera and placement13.5/1514.5/15
Reflections34.0/12022.0/120
Materials and scale8.5/105.0/10
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

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

An expressive, intricately drawn storybook scene with a complete flowing silhouette and differentiated glossy materials. The supported main lens and continuous shrimp body make the central interaction readable, but reciprocal eye lines, facial magnification and the smaller lens grip remain ambiguous. Bright granular fringes and crowded accessory lines limit the finish.

MiniMax M3

The oversized coral M silhouette dominates clearly, with an expressive charcoal face and appealing miniature body. Limbs connect coherently and the cube reads clearly. The lowered left hand only loosely suggests the requested hip pose. Thin highlights and simple gradients provide limited sculptural volume; the cube's glow and grounding shadow are restrained.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Task & likeness7.5/108.0/10
Anatomy & construction7.5/106.0/10
Space & placement8.0/107.0/10
Light & reflections7.0/106.0/10
Purposeful detail7.5/104.0/10
Artistry & character8.0/104.0/10
Materials & effects7.5/104.0/10
Visual integrity6.5/108.0/10

Benchmark task

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

A whale and a tiny shrimp examine one another through bubble lenses, with an octopus nearby. The scene tests interacting characters, differences in scale and transparent materials.

MiniMax M3

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

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

A coherent graphic interpretation with controlled contours, modeled facial volume and purposeful portrait details. Replication remains limited by the frontal pose, enlarged face, altered expression and ambiguous crossed hands. Landscape layering provides depth, while schematic fabric, smooth surfaces and tonal bands constrain the finish.

MiniMax M3

The centered portrait, dark hair and muted palette suggest Mona Lisa, but characteristic likeness and pose are poorly reproduced. The broad oval face lacks her subtle smile; rounded shoulders and a lone mittenlike hand leave the crossed-arm construction unresolved. Warm shading supplies some volume, while blurred landscape bands, generic clothing and indistinct features limit the drawing.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Task & likeness5.0/102.5/10
Anatomy & construction5.0/101.5/10
Space & placement6.0/102.5/10
Light & reflections6.0/103.0/10
Purposeful detail5.5/101.5/10
Artistry & character5.5/101.5/10
Materials & effects5.5/102.0/10
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

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

A coherent, colorful beach illustration with controlled curves, clean layering and varied readable accessories. Castle details and small animal features strengthen its finish. Schematic airborne animals, uncertain board support, shallow architectural depth and decorative reflections limit physical coherence and drawing sophistication.

MiniMax M3

A cheerful, coherent sunset illustration with framing palms, warm gradients and an aligned sun reflection. Animals and beach toys add character, but their construction remains basic. The sailboat appears suspended above the water horizon, while absent cast shadows weaken foreground contact. Clean geometric shapes provide polish without substantial texture or depth.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Task & likeness7.0/108.0/10
Anatomy & construction5.5/104.5/10
Space & placement5.5/106.0/10
Light & reflections6.0/107.0/10
Purposeful detail6.5/106.0/10
Artistry & character5.0/105.0/10
Materials & effects5.5/105.0/10
Visual integrity4.5/105.5/10

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

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

This benchmark has not been assessed yet.

MiniMax M3

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

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

An appealing cartoon with recognizable riders, expressive faces and a cohesive twilight palette. Clean shapes support the composition, but ambiguous limb overlaps, weak seat contact and loosely resolved steering limit physical coherence. Lighting and water effects are decorative, with modest material differentiation and drawing complexity.

MiniMax M3

The raccoon sits above the dog's back, and the dog reaches toward the jet ski controls. Expressive faces and a vivid sunset make the scene appealing. Construction is simplified: the dog's paws and steering grip are ambiguous, the hull is shallow, and blurred wake patches give limited water displacement. Sunset glow exceeds the lighting modeled on the riders.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Task & likeness8.0/108.0/10
Anatomy & construction7.0/105.5/10
Space & placement7.0/106.5/10
Light & reflections6.5/106.0/10
Purposeful detail7.0/107.0/10
Artistry & character7.0/106.0/10
Materials & effects6.5/106.0/10
Visual integrity8.0/107.0/10

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

Same task instructions

Subject construction and spatial relationships.

The judgment

DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017

An expressive, controlled illustration with continuous body construction, substantial bicycle detail and effective landscape depth. Unclear foot-to-pedal and wing-to-handlebar contacts limit physical conviction and local readability. Purposeful detail and composition are stronger than directional lighting and material treatment.

MiniMax M3

The pelican's long bill, pouch and curved neck read clearly, and the warm sunset gives the composition appeal. Bicycle construction weakens the riding action: feet do not convincingly engage the pedals, crank connections are unclear, and body support is unresolved. Clean silhouettes and orderly spokes provide a competent illustrative finish.

Score breakdown

CategoryDeepSeek-V4.1-Flash-1017MiniMax M3
Task & likeness8.5/108.0/10
Anatomy & construction7.0/105.5/10
Space & placement7.5/106.5/10
Light & reflections6.5/106.5/10
Purposeful detail7.5/107.5/10
Artistry & character7.0/106.5/10
Materials & effects7.0/106.0/10
Visual integrity7.5/106.5/10

Benchmark task

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