DeepSeek R1 vs DeepSeek V4 Flash
Both models are evenly matched
Arena ELO
DeepSeek R1
Cheaper
DeepSeek V4 Flash
Faster
DeepSeek R1
Detailed Comparison
| Category | DeepSeek R1 | DeepSeek V4 Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | DeepSeek | DeepSeek |
| Context Window | 128K | 128K |
| Input Price ($/1M) | N/A | $0.14 WIN |
| Output Price ($/1M) | N/A | $0.28 WIN |
| Arena ELO | 1310 WIN | N/A |
| Coding | unknown | N/A |
| Reasoning | #1 Math & Coding Arena | N/A |
| Speed (tokens/sec) | ~45 t/s WIN | N/A |
| Open Source | Yes | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for coding, DeepSeek R1 or DeepSeek V4 Flash?
DeepSeek R1 scores unknown on coding benchmarks, while DeepSeek V4 Flash scores N/A.
Which has a larger context window?
DeepSeek R1 supports 128K context, while DeepSeek V4 Flash supports 128K.
Is DeepSeek R1 or DeepSeek V4 Flash open source?
DeepSeek R1 is open source. DeepSeek V4 Flash is open source.
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