Grok 4.20 0309 v2 (Reasoning) vs Nova Lite
Grok 4.20 0309 v2 (Reasoning) vs Nova Lite. 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 | Grok 4.20 0309 v2 (Reasoning) | Nova Lite | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 25.7 | 6.7 | −73.9% Nova Lite is 73.9% less intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | Not reported | Not reported | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | 18.86s | 3.80s | −79.9% Nova Lite is 79.9% faster |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $1.25 / $2.50 | $0.06 / $0.24 | |
| Input modalities | Text, Image | Text, Image, Video |
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