Grok 4.20 0309 v2 (Reasoning) vs Quasar 438B (Max, Based on GLM-5.2)
Grok 4.20 0309 v2 (Reasoning) vs Quasar 438B (Max, Based on GLM-5.2). 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) | Quasar 438B (Max, Based on GLM-5.2) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 25.7 | 26.7 | +3.9% Quasar 438B (Max, Bas… is 3.9% more intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | Not reported | Not reported | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | 18.86s | 15.88s | −15.8% Quasar 438B (Max, Bas… is 15.8% faster |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $1.25 / $2.50 | $0.11 / $0.33 | |
| Input modalities | Text, Image | Text |
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