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GPT-6 Astra vs Muse Spark Open

GPT-6 Astra leads Muse Spark Open by 30.6 points on StealthMark, 74.7 to 44.1. It leads on all 9 benchmarks. GPT-6 Astra scores higher on Newton's Mirror, with its largest category advantage in reflections.

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Overall StealthMark

74.7/100Overall rank 1/53
44.1/100Overall rank 29/53

General Intelligence

73.4/100
42.6/100

Visual Intelligence

77.0/100
46.6/100

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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DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

GPT-6 Astra scores higher on StealthMark. Muse Spark Open is 12× cheaper per output token and runs 5.5× faster in our speed test. Both take about 1.05M tokens of context.

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  • Muse Spark Open
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
GPT-6 Astra: $50$10 inputMuse Spark Open: $4.2512× cheaper$1.25 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
GPT-6 Astra: 1.05MTied128K max outputMuse Spark Open: 1MTied1M max output
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
GPT-6 Astra: 65tokens/sMuse Spark Open: 3615.5× fastertokens/s
SizeTotal and active parameters
GPT-6 Astra: Not disclosedMuse Spark Open: 816B42B active
Developer
OpenAIMeta
Released
3 Sep 202615 Oct 2026
Origin
United StatesBoth
Input → output
Text, image → textText, image, audio, video → text
Architecture
Not publishedSparse mixture-of-experts Transformer with perception encoders; 62 decoder layers, 256 experts with 8 selected per token, grouped-query attention and sliding-window/full-attention layers.

Full datasheets, every price and sourceGPT-6 Astra ↗Muse Spark Open ↗

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.

GPT-6 Astra 76.1/100Rank 2/47

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

Muse Spark Open 29.4/100Rank 34/47

Survived 0 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 38 ptsTurn 15 / 20

Points per level

LevelGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Level 1Second Thoughts
27 ptsSurvived
4 ptsOut of lives
Level 2Pressure Pot
11 ptsSurvived
9 ptsOut of lives
Level 3Hide or Flight
18 ptsSurvived
8 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.

GPT-6 Astra 87.6/100Rank 1/48

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

Muse Spark Open 75.7/100Rank 12/48

Cleared 5 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 519.6 ptsTurn 32 / 40

Points per level

LevelGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
10.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 1 beacon left
9.8 ptsCleared
Level 3Relay vault
19.2 ptsCleared
19.2 ptsCleared
Level 4Passing bay
18.2 ptsClearedFinished early · 3 beacons left
17.8 ptsClearedFinished early · 1 beacon left
Level 5Second thoughts
20.6 ptsCleared
19.6 ptsCleared

Newton's Mirror

Same task instructions

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

The judgment

GPT-6 Astra

Major placement and the visible contact sequence are convincing. Dense planar light repetition, recognizable spherical panel images and simplified nested sphere motifs provide useful optical structure. Missing outer chains, truncated distant sequences and incorrect bead-like belts still leave the recursive reflections substantially incomplete.

Muse Spark Open

The airborne black blob and deformed paint support the broad contact sequence, although cyan attachment and wheel-directed transport remain partial. The sphere and black blob have substantial framing errors. The dominant limitation is the largely absent mirror system: faint wall circles and isolated highlights provide little evidence of recursive room geometry or curved nested reflections. Oversized compact paint features and diffuse material treatment further limit credit.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
State at 600 ms25.0/2514.0/25
Camera and placement15.0/156.0/15
Reflections70.0/1208.0/120
Materials and scale10.0/103.5/10
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

GPT-6 Astra

The sixfold silhouette, pale coloring, outward heads and central hexagon closely match the brief. Fine scales and soft shading support rounded volume. However, several crossings have conspicuous rectangular seams and weak contact shadows, making the weave feel assembled. Small heads have limited anatomical definition, and the repetitive texture conveys less organic life than requested.

Muse Spark Open

The rounded silhouette and asymmetric expression make an appealing baby elephant, supported by a quiet background and grounding shadow. The protective action remains difficult to read: forefeet cannot be confidently traced into a grip, and seed contact is crowded by fine lines. Controlled simple shapes provide charm, but limited anatomical clarity, shading and surface detail leave the execution uneven.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Task & likeness9.0/105.0/10
Anatomy & construction8.0/104.5/10
Space & placement7.5/106.0/10
Light & reflections7.0/105.0/10
Purposeful detail8.0/106.0/10
Artistry & character8.5/105.0/10
Materials & effects8.0/105.0/10
Visual integrity8.5/106.5/10

Benchmark task

GPT-6 Astra

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.

Muse Spark Open

A small elephant protecting a delicate seed tests expressive anatomy, physical contact and contrasting organic materials.

Mona Lisa

Different task instructions

Precise visual recall and portrait reconstruction.

The judgment

GPT-6 Astra

The crossed hands, restrained smile, dark clothing and hazy landscape clearly recall the Mona Lisa. Replication is limited by the frontal, elongated face, schematic eyes and stiff fingers. Soft shading gives basic volume, but broad garment shapes and angular scenery lack the original’s nuanced depth and painterly transitions. The frame and composition are controlled; surface grain adds texture without resolving the simplified drawing.

Muse Spark Open

A recognizable, orderly interpretation with clean major contours, connected body forms and modest facial shading. Wide eyes, frontal symmetry and schematic hands limit likeness and expression. Layered scenery establishes basic depth, but shallow arm overlaps, flat clothing and sparse fine detail keep the execution basic and uneven.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Task & likeness6.5/103.0/10
Anatomy & construction6.5/103.0/10
Space & placement6.5/105.0/10
Light & reflections6.5/104.5/10
Purposeful detail6.5/104.0/10
Artistry & character7.0/103.0/10
Materials & effects7.0/104.0/10
Visual integrity7.5/106.0/10

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

GPT-6 Astra

A richly composed sunset beach illustration with cohesive peach, mauve and teal colors. Sweeping palm fronds, a scalloped umbrella and curved shorelines frame the sun and its aligned reflection. Distinct animal silhouettes and carefully distributed beach details reward inspection. Simplified human and dog anatomy, slight dolphin splash cues and inconsistent equipment shadows limit physical conviction.

Muse Spark Open

A coherent sunset beach with readable activities, balanced framing and controlled colour transitions. Small accessories add interest, but schematic anatomy, limited surface detail, weak directional shadows and a geometric reflection constrain its finish. Most shapes and overlaps remain clean.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Task & likeness9.0/108.0/10
Anatomy & construction7.5/106.0/10
Space & placement8.5/106.5/10
Light & reflections7.5/105.5/10
Purposeful detail8.5/106.5/10
Artistry & character8.5/105.5/10
Materials & effects7.5/106.0/10
Visual integrity7.5/108.0/10

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

GPT-6 Astra

This benchmark has not been assessed yet.

Muse Spark Open

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

GPT-6 Astra

Expressive animals, a balanced sunset composition and sweeping wake make an appealing illustration. The raccoon rides the dog's back, and the dog's connected foreleg reaches the controls. The compact steering assembly and layered paws are less clearly constructed. Lighting remains mostly flat, with little shadow or sun reflection. Clean contours and purposeful details support strong illustrative execution.

Muse Spark Open

Expressive faces, distinct accessories and clean color separation make the scene appealing and recognizable. Character detail is stronger than the functional construction: steering contact, limb overlaps and seating remain ambiguous. The readable hull and lively spray establish motion, while limited directional shading and simplified surfaces constrain depth and physical coherence.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Task & likeness8.5/104.0/10
Anatomy & construction7.5/103.0/10
Space & placement8.0/106.0/10
Light & reflections6.5/104.5/10
Purposeful detail8.0/107.0/10
Artistry & character7.5/103.5/10
Materials & effects8.0/105.0/10
Visual integrity8.5/105.0/10

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

GPT-6 Astra

The pelican's long bill, flowing scarf and warm coastal palette create a charming, balanced illustration. Wheels, spokes and frame are largely coherent, but neither wing reaches the handlebars, and the rear leg's pedal contact is unclear. Flat lighting and simplified surfaces limit depth despite clean outlines and attractive feather detail.

Muse Spark Open

A controlled, appealing cartoon with a recognizable pelican, expressive face and clean curved forms. Feather lines, spokes and bill shading provide useful complexity. Aligned wheels and a ground shadow establish placement, but uncertain pedal contacts and obscured mechanical connections weaken support and riding action. Lighting remains loosely coordinated with the sun.

Score breakdown

CategoryGPT-6 AstraMuse Spark Open
Task & likeness8.0/107.5/10
Anatomy & construction7.0/105.0/10
Space & placement7.5/106.0/10
Light & reflections7.0/105.0/10
Purposeful detail8.0/106.5/10
Artistry & character8.0/105.5/10
Materials & effects7.5/106.0/10
Visual integrity8.0/107.5/10

Benchmark task

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