DeepSeek V4 vs DeepSeek V4 Flash
Both models are evenly matched
Arena ELO
Tie
Cheaper
Tie
Faster
Tie
Detailed Comparison
| Category | DeepSeek V4 | DeepSeek V4 Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | DeepSeek | DeepSeek |
| Context Window | 128K | 128K |
| Input Price ($/1M) | $0.14 | $0.14 |
| Output Price ($/1M) | $0.28 | $0.28 |
| Arena ELO | N/A | N/A |
| Coding | N/A | N/A |
| Reasoning | N/A | N/A |
| Speed (tokens/sec) | N/A | N/A |
| Open Source | Yes | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek V4 or DeepSeek V4 Flash?
DeepSeek V4 Flash is approximately 0% cheaper than DeepSeek V4 per million tokens.
Which has a larger context window?
DeepSeek V4 supports 128K context, while DeepSeek V4 Flash supports 128K.
Is DeepSeek V4 or DeepSeek V4 Flash open source?
DeepSeek V4 is open source. DeepSeek V4 Flash is open source.
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