DeepSeek V3.2: Pricing, Context Window & Benchmarks
by DeepSeek
DeepSeek-V3.2 is a large language model designed to harmonize high computational efficiency with strong reasoning and agentic tool-use performance. It introduces DeepSeek Sparse Attention (DSA), a fine-grained sparse attention mechanism that reduces training and inference cost while preserving quality in long-context scenarios. A scalable reinforcement learning post-training framework further improves reasoning, with reported performance in the GPT-5 class, and the model has demonstrated gold-medal results on the 2025 IMO and IOI. V3.2 also uses a large-scale agentic task synthesis pipeline to better integrate reasoning into tool-use settings, boosting compliance and generalization in interactive environments. Users can control the reasoning behaviour with the `reasoning` `enabled` boolean. [Learn more in our docs](https://openrouter.ai/docs/use-cases/reasoning-tokens#enable-reasoning-with-default-config)
What you can do with DeepSeek V3.2
Everyday Q&A and clear explanations
Writing help (emails, posts, summaries)
Idea generation and brainstorming
Learning support with step-by-step guidance
Composite Indices
Intelligence, Coding, Math
Standard Benchmarks
Academic and industry benchmarks
Benchmark Highlights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Provider | DeepSeek |
| Context Window | 163,840 tokens |
| Input Price | $0.28/1M tokens |
| Output Price | $0.42/1M tokens |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Modalities | text |
| Capabilities | N/A |
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Frequently asked questions
What is DeepSeek V3.2 good for?
Use DeepSeek V3.2 for everyday tasks like writing, summarizing, brainstorming, and getting clear explanations.
How much does DeepSeek V3.2 cost?
Pricing is based on usage. Current rates are $0.28/1M tokens for input and $0.42/1M tokens for output.
Can I try DeepSeek V3.2 for free?
Yes. You can start a chat instantly and test the model before deciding on a plan.
Does DeepSeek V3.2 support images or audio?
DeepSeek V3.2 focuses on text-based tasks.
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