DeepSeek V4 Flash 0420 (Non-reasoning) vs Mercury 2.5
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0420 (Non-reasoning) vs Mercury 2.5. A reliable intelligence-versus-cost verdict requires both models' intelligence scores and benchmark-run costs. Missing data is not a performance verdict.
Verdict
Comparison incomplete
A reliable intelligence-versus-cost verdict requires both models' intelligence scores and benchmark-run costs. Missing data is not a performance verdict.
| Metric | DeepSeek V4 Flash 0420 (Non-reasoning) | Mercury 2.5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 18.9 | 12.3 | −34.9% Mercury 2.5 is 34.9% less intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | Not reported | $218.11 | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | Not reported | 4.18s | — not comparable |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $0.09 / $0.19 | $0.25 / $0.75 | |
| Input modalities | Text | Text |
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