Model Comparison
GPT-6 Astra (Max)
vs. K3.1 Pro
GPT-6 Astra (Max) has not been available at LLMBase since 26 October 2026. Open alternative: DeepSeek V4 Pro →
Comparing 2 AI models · 0 benchmarks · OpenAI, Kimi
Recommended Pick
KiK3.1 Pro6 metric winsStrongest on: Value, Input price, Output price
Best Value
K3.1 Pro
100.0 value score
46.0 reasoning / $4.00/1M
Lowest Price
K3.1 Pro
$2.00/1M input price
Best Reasoning
GPT-6 Astra (Max)
56.9 reasoning score
Blends available reasoning benchmarks
Best for Coding
GPT-6 Astra (Max)
76.9 coding index
Differences That Matter
Best value
K3.1 Pro has the strongest quality-to-price mix at 100.0 out of 100 value points.
Price gap
K3.1 Pro is 5.0x cheaper on input tokens than GPT-6 Astra (Max).
Speed gap
GPT-6 Astra (Max) generates about 1.7x as many tokens per second as K3.1 Pro.
Reasoning gap
GPT-6 Astra (Max) leads K3.1 Pro by 10.9 points on reasoning.
Top-pick rationale
K3.1 Pro wins 6 measurable categories, including Value, Input price, Output price, Blended price.
Response Face-Off
Run one prompt through the selected models and compare response quality with live speed and cost context.
GPT-6 Astra (Max)
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K3.1 Pro
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Full Comparison
| Metric | Op GPT-6 Astra (Max) | Top Pick Ki K3.1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing per 1M tokens | ||
| Input Cost | $10.00/1M | $2.00/1M |
| Output Cost | $50.00/1M | $10.00/1M |
| Blended (3:1) | $20.00/1M | $4.00/1M |
| Specifications | ||
| Organization | OpenAI | Kimi |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 |
| Performance & Speed | ||
| Throughput | 73.1 tok/s | 42.7 tok/s |
| TTFT | 250990ms | 2740ms |
| Latency | 250990ms | 49600ms |
| Composite Indices | ||
| Value Score | 24.7 | 100.0 |
| Reasoning Score | 56.9 | 46.0 |
| Intelligence | 56.9 | 46.0 |
| Coding | 76.9 | — |
Key Takeaways
K3.1 Pro offers the best value at $2.00/1M,making it ideal for high-volume applications and cost-conscious projects.
GPT-6 Astra (Max) has the strongest reasoning profile with a 56.9 reasoning score,combining the available reasoning-heavy benchmarks.
GPT-6 Astra (Max) reaches a 76.9 coding index,making it the top choice for software development and code generation tasks.
All models support context windows of ∞+ tokens,suitable for processing lengthy documents and maintaining extended conversations.
When to Choose Each Model
GPT-6 Astra (Max)
- Complex reasoning tasks
- Research & analysis
- Code generation
- Software development
K3.1 Pro
- Cost-sensitive applications
- High-volume processing
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