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Updated Dec 2025

DeepSeek V3.2vsMercury

DeepSeek V3.2 is cheaper than Mercury at $0.28/M vs $10/M input tokens.

DeepSeek V3.2 and Mercury compared across 55 shared prompts
SpecDeepSeek V3.2Mercury
Input price$0.28/M tokens$10/M tokens
Output price$0.42/M tokens$10/M tokens
Context window131K tokens32K tokens
WeightsOpen—
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedDec 2025Jun 2025
Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 55 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Create a simple recipe for a delicious dish (sweet or savory) using only 7 common pantry ingredients. Include a creative name for the dish…

DeepSeek V3.2171 words
Honey-Lemon Glazed Carrot Coins Sweet, tangy, and simple—perfect as a side dish or snack! Ingredients: 4 large carrots (peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch coins) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional, for extra…
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Mercury263 words
Golden Chickpea & Sweet Potato Stew Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 25 min Total: 35 min Ingredients (7 pantry staples) 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed 1 medium sweet potato, peeled & diced (≈ 1 cup) 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup coconut milk (or any plant‑based milk) 2 tsp curry…
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Futuristic Prediction

Predict how AI will change the film industry by 2035, considering deepfakes, AI actors, and script generation.

DeepSeek V3.2550 words
By 2035, AI is poised to revolutionize the film industry in profound ways, driven by advancements in deepfakes, AI actors, and script generation. Here’s a detailed prediction of how these technologies will reshape the landscape: Deepfakes and Hyper-Realistic Visuals Seamless Digital Replication: Deepfake technology…
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Mercury618 words
The Cinema Revolution: AI's Transformation of Film by 2035 Current State (2025) High-quality deepfakes require significant compute but are accessible AI script assistance tools are becoming mainstream Virtual production stages are industry standard Union negotiations around digital likeness rights are ongoing…
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Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

Develop a comprehensive, cutting-edge 3-month longevity plan for a biohacker aiming to optimize longevity, physical and cognitive…

DeepSeek V3.2649 words
Quantum Longevity Protocol: A 3-Month Biohacker's Blueprint Phase 1: Diagnostic & Metabolic Reset (Weeks 1-4) Week 1: Comprehensive Biomarker Baseline Advanced Testing Panel: NMR Lipoprotein Profile (ApoB, Lp(a), LDL-P) GlycA Inflammation Marker Omega-3 Index (Target: >8%) Homocysteine (Target: <7 µmol/L) hs-CRP (<0.5…
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Mercury802 words
3‑Month Longevity & Performance Blueprint (Designed for an experienced biohacker who already has a baseline of health, fitness, and access to advanced tools. This is a general framework; always verify with a qualified health professional before making major changes.)
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Generate a Stand-Up Routine

Write a 3-minute stand-up comedy routine that isn't based on puns.

DeepSeek V3.2526 words
Stand-Up Comedy Routine: "The Quirks of Modern Life" [Lights up. Comedian walks on stage, grabs the mic.] "Hey, everyone! How’s it going? Good? Great. I’m here to talk about the weird stuff we all deal with in modern life. You know, the things that make you go, 'Wait, is this normal, or am I just losing it?'
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Mercury471 words
Title: The Art of Being Unorganized [Opening] Hey everyone! So, I was thinking about how my life is like a well-organized library... except instead of books, it's filled with random socks and expired coupons. And instead of a librarian, I have a cat who thinks she's in charge.
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Mini LBO Underwrite

You are underwriting a 5-year LBO for a private equity investment committee. Company (fictional): HarborTech Services (HTS) –…

DeepSeek V3.21,188 words
Alright — let’s go step by step. 1) Entry Calculations (FY2025) EBITDA = $120m Purchase price = 12.0 × EBITDA = $1,440m Enterprise Value (EV) = $1,440m (assumed purchase price = EV here) Transaction fees = 2.0% × EV = $28.8m (funded by equity).
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Mercury653 words
1. Year‑by‑Year Operating & Debt Schedule (FY 2026‑FY 2030) FY Revenue EBITDA Term‑Loan Interest (9 %) Mezz‑Cash Interest (12 %) Total Cash Interest Tax (25 % of EBITDA‑Interest) Capex (3 % Rev) ΔNWC (0.5 % ΔRev) Term‑Loan Amort.
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Beginner's Longevity Plan

Outline a simple, actionable 1-month plan for someone starting their journey towards better health and longevity. Focus on 3 key areas…

DeepSeek V3.2517 words
Here’s a simple, actionable 1-month plan focused on diet, exercise, and sleep to kickstart your journey toward better health and longevity: Week 1: Build Foundations Diet Start with hydration: Drink 2 liters of water daily. Carry a water bottle to track intake.
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Mercury585 words
1‑Month Health & Longevity Starter Plan (Designed for absolute beginners – no fancy gear, no extreme diets, just doable habits that fit into a normal week.) 1️⃣ Focus Area: Balanced Nutrition Week Goal Simple, Beginner‑Friendly Actions 1 Get the basics down • Hydrate: Aim for 8‑10 cups (≈2 L) of water per day.
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Our Verdict
DeepSeek V3.2
DeepSeek V3.2
Mercury
MercuryRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, DeepSeek V3.2 has the edge: bigger model tier, newer, bigger context window, major provider backing.

DeepSeek V3.2 costs 24x less per token.

Slight edge

Reviewing agent-written code?See a Brief PR report

API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

DeepSeek V3.2
Input
$0.28
36× cheaper
Output
$0.42
24× cheaper
Mercury
Input
$10.00
Output
$10.00

DeepSeek V3.2 is cheaper on both: 36× input, 24× output.

Where to run it

15 hosts, cheapest first

DeepSeek V3.215 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
GGMI Cloudfp8$0.21 in·$0.31 out·164k·99.7% upSStreamLakefp8$0.21 in·$0.32 out·128k·99.7% upAAtlasCloudfp8$0.26 in·$0.38 out·164k·99.8% upDDeepInfrafp4$0.26 in·$0.38 out·164k·99.5% upVVenice$0.27 in·$0.39 out·160k·99.8% upNNovitafp8$0.27 in·$0.40 out·164k·100% up
9 more hostsFewer hosts
Baidu Qianfanfp8$0.28 in·$0.42 out·131k·99.9% upDDigitalOcean$0.30 in·$0.96 out·164k·99.2% upAlibaba Cloudfp8$0.37 in·$1.11 out·131k·98.9% upFFriendli$0.50 in·$1.50 out·164k·100% upGoogle Vertex AI$0.56 in·$1.68 out·164k·99.6% upPPhala$1.00 in·$1.00 out·164k·99.7% upMMara$3.00 in·$4.50 out·33k·92.7% upSSambaNova$3.00 in·$4.50 out·33k·98% upSSiliconFlowfp8degraded$0.26 in·$0.42 out·164k·98.3% up
Mercury

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 20 Sep 2026.

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
63%

Mercury uses 2.8x more emoji

DeepSeek V3.2
Mercury
54%Vocabulary60%
29wSentence Length31w
0.58Hedging0.78
5.9Bold4.1
4.8Lists2.8
0.00Emoji0.03
0.74Headings0.88
0.12Transitions0.06
Based on 28 + 26 text responses
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FAQ

Common questions

DeepSeek V3.2 is developed by DeepSeek while Mercury is developed by Inception. DeepSeek V3.2 has a 131K token context window vs Mercury's 32K. You can compare their actual outputs across 55 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. DeepSeek V3.2 and Mercury each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 55 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

DeepSeek V3.2 costs $0.28/M input tokens and Mercury costs $10/M input tokens. DeepSeek V3.2 is $9.72/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

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