DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 alternatives
Best DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017
- Input / 1M
- $0.15
- Output / 1M
- $0.60
- Context
- 1.05M
- Intelligence
- 39.5
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Why people switch away from DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017, and the model that fits each reason best.
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Top DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 alternatives
Each model is scored against DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 DeepSeek | Input / 1M$0.15 | Output / 1M$0.60 | Context1.05M | Intelligence39.5 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$1+567% | Output / 1M$2.70+350% | Context1.05M | Intelligence43.7+11% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts video | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.10-33% | Output / 1M$0.50-17% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence43.4+10% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.03-81% | Output / 1M$0.40-34% | Context1.05M | Intelligence41.8+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts video | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.08-50% | Output / 1M$0.22-62% | Context262K-75% | Intelligence41.1+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.7x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.10-33% | Output / 1M$0.50-17% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence38.1-4% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.14-7% | Output / 1M$0.28-53% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence37.9-4% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.1x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audio | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.20+33% | Output / 1M$1.20+100% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence37.3-6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1.05M contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.66+340% | Output / 1M$1.98+230% | Context1.05M | Intelligence36-9% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.22+44% | Output / 1M$0.65+8% | Context1.05M | Intelligence34.8-12% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.01-94% | Output / 1M$0.30-50% | Context1.05M | Intelligence34.3-13% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.0x cheaper output | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017?
Step 5 Preview from StepFun ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $2.70 per 1M output tokens, compared with $0.60 for DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017.
Is there a cheaper alternative to DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017?
Yes. Ling 3.1 Flash charges $0.22 per 1M output tokens, versus $0.60 for DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017.
Can I try DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare DeepSeek V4.1 Flash 1017 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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