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Inkling-Small vs Qwen3.6-35B-A3B

Inkling-Small leads Qwen3.6-35B-A3B by 6.8 points on StealthMark, 27.6 to 20.8. It leads on 6 of 9 benchmarks, including both games, and Qwen3.6-35B-A3B on 3. Qwen3.6-35B-A3B scores higher on Beach, with its largest category advantage in prompt & likeness.

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Overall StealthMark

27.6/100Overall rank 43/53
20.8/100Overall rank 46/53

General Intelligence

25.5/100
12.7/100

Visual Intelligence

31.1/100
34.0/100

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

  • Inkling-Small

Open or local

Open modelApache 2.0
Local modelOpen model · Apache-2.0

BENCHMARK BY BENCHMARK

Where each model leads

  • Inkling-Small
  • Qwen3.6-35B-A3B
  • Other models
  • Median

DATASHEET

Specs and pricing

Both take about 1M tokens of context.

  • Inkling-Small
  • Qwen3.6-35B-A3B
  • Other models
  • Median
PricePer 1M output tokens, input below
Inkling-Small: No list priceQwen3.6-35B-A3B: $1.49$0.25 input
Context windowTokens per request, max output below
Inkling-Small: 1MTiedQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 1.01MTied64K max output
Output speedTokens per second, our measurement
Inkling-Small: Not measuredQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 577tokens/s
SizeTotal and active parameters
Inkling-Small: 276B12B activeQwen3.6-35B-A3B: 35B3B active
Developer
Thinking Machines LabQwen
Released
Not published16 Apr 2026
Origin
Not publishedChina
Input → output
Text, image, audio → textText, image, video → text
Architecture
42-layer decoder-only transformer with sparse mixture-of-experts feed-forward (6 of 256 routed experts plus 2 shared per token); hybrid local and global attention; natively multimodal with a hierarchical patch image encoder and discrete-token audioMoE causal language model with vision encoder; Gated DeltaNet + gated attention; 256 experts, 8 routed + 1 shared active

Full datasheets, every price and sourceInkling-Small ↗Qwen3.6-35B-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.

Inkling-Small 30.2/100Rank 29/49

Survived 0 of 3
Foresight: complete playing field
Level 38 ptsTurn 17 / 20

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B 20.7/100Rank 41/49

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

Points per level

LevelInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Level 1Second Thoughts
9 ptsOut of lives
4 ptsOut of lives
Level 2Pressure Pot
6 ptsOut of lives
3 ptsOut of lives
Level 3Hide or Flight
8 ptsOut of lives
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.

Inkling-Small 34.7/100Rank 34/50

Cleared 3 of 5
Latch: complete playing field
Level 518 ptsTurn 40 / 40

Qwen3.6-35B-A3B 3.6/100Rank 46/50

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

Points per level

LevelInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Level 1Hold the door
5.2 ptsCleared
5.2 ptsCleared
Level 2Crossfeed
9.8 ptsCleared
1 ptsOut of turns
Level 3Relay vault
2.8 ptsFinished early
0.2 ptsFinished early
Level 4Passing bay
8 ptsFinished early
3 ptsOut of turns
Level 5Second thoughts
18 ptsCleared
7.8 ptsFinished early

Newton's Mirror

Same task instructions

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

The judgment

Inkling-Small

The sphere's apparent floor support, separate dark feature and broad paint ordering justify partial state credit. The major weakness is the largely missing mirror system: isolated side images and faint floor echoes do not establish repeated virtual rooms or curved spherical mapping. Downward framing, the oversized frontal panel, unresolved paint transport and satin surface appearance remain distinct limitations.

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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
State at 600 ms14.0/252.5/25
Camera and placement3.0/154.0/15
Reflections8.0/1203.5/120
Materials and scale2.5/102.5/10
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

Inkling-Small

The faces and dripping caps communicate a cute mushroom scene, but simple construction and weak spatial relationships limit the result. The defining foot-stamping action is unresolved, the flattering portrait is smaller than its painter, and the requested material contrasts are only partly conveyed.

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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness2.5/106.0/10
Anatomy & construction1.5/106.0/10
Space & placement3.5/106.5/10
Light & reflections3.0/107.0/10
Purposeful detail4.5/106.5/10
Artistry & character3.0/106.0/10
Materials & effects3.5/105.5/10
Visual integrity2.0/107.5/10

Benchmark task

Inkling-Small

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

Inkling-Small

A recognizable but rudimentary Mona Lisa interpretation. Facial shading and subdued colors provide coherence, while the frontal blocklike torso, unresolved wrists, fingerless hands and shallow landscape substantially limit likeness, construction and 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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness2.5/102.0/10
Anatomy & construction2.5/101.0/10
Space & placement3.0/102.0/10
Light & reflections2.5/100.5/10
Purposeful detail2.0/101.5/10
Artistry & character2.5/101.5/10
Materials & effects2.0/101.5/10
Visual integrity3.0/102.0/10

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

Inkling-Small

A recognizable sunset beach with a clear focal sun and appealing color transitions. Connected fish silhouettes and layered scenery establish basic coherence. Primitive figures, ambiguous recreation, sparse descriptive detail and weak grounding limit construction and depth. The aligned reflection supplies a useful lighting cue, but shadows and material effects remain underdeveloped.

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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness3.5/107.5/10
Anatomy & construction3.0/104.5/10
Space & placement3.0/105.5/10
Light & reflections3.0/104.5/10
Purposeful detail3.0/104.5/10
Artistry & character3.0/104.5/10
Materials & effects2.5/105.5/10
Visual integrity2.0/105.0/10

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

Inkling-Small

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

Inkling-Small

Recognizable animals, readable accessories and an appealing sunset support a coherent basic cartoon. Rounded construction leaves joints, riding support and steering unresolved. Decorative gradients contribute atmosphere, but directional lighting, distinct materials and convincing water displacement are weakly demonstrated.

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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness4.0/104.5/10
Anatomy & construction3.0/103.5/10
Space & placement4.0/105.5/10
Light & reflections5.0/103.5/10
Purposeful detail5.5/104.5/10
Artistry & character4.0/104.0/10
Materials & effects5.0/104.0/10
Visual integrity5.0/103.5/10

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

Inkling-Small

The pelican is immediately recognizable, and its sweeping neck, shaped bill and orderly spokes provide character. Riding remains only partially realized: legs, pedal engagement, steering and seat support cannot be read confidently. Controlled graphic effects add atmosphere, but simplified construction and weak grounding keep the result basic.

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

CategoryInkling-SmallQwen3.6-35B-A3B
Task & likeness4.0/107.0/10
Anatomy & construction3.0/103.5/10
Space & placement3.0/106.0/10
Light & reflections3.0/105.5/10
Purposeful detail4.5/107.0/10
Artistry & character5.0/105.0/10
Materials & effects4.5/105.5/10
Visual integrity3.0/104.5/10

Benchmark task

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