Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) vs Mercury 2.5
Kimi K2.6 (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 | Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) | Mercury 2.5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 23.6 | 12.3 | −47.9% Mercury 2.5 is 47.9% less intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | Not reported | $218.11 | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | 8.05s | 4.24s | −47.3% Mercury 2.5 is 47.3% faster |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $0.95 / $4.00 | $0.25 / $0.75 | |
| Input modalities | Text, Image, Video | Text |
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