Compare Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental by Google AI against Grok 3 Thinking by xAI, in 43 community votes, gemini 2.5 pro experimental wins 77% of head-to-head duels, context windows of 1.0M vs 128K, tested across 12 shared challenges. Updated February 2026.
In 43 community votes, Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental wins 77% of head-to-head duels. Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental leads in Web Design, Image Generation, while Grok 3 Thinking leads in Reasoning. Based on blind community voting from the RIVAL open dataset of 43+ human preference judgments for this pair.
12 challenges
Tests an AI's understanding of number representation
No, 9.11 is not greater than 9.9.
Here's how to compare them:
Therefore, 9.9 is greater than 9.11.
To determine whether 9.11 is greater than 9.9, let's compare the two numbers step by step.
Both numbers share the same whole number part, which is 9. Therefore, the comparison hinges on the fractional parts. For 9.11, the fractional part is 0.11, and for 9.9, it is 0.9.
To make the comparison clearer, express both fractional parts with the same number of decimal places. Since 9.11 has two decimal places (hundredths), rewrite 9.9 as 9.90, where 0.9 equals 0.90 (adding a trailing zero does not change the value). Now, we compare:
Aligning the numbers vertically:
9.11
9.90
Thus, 9.11 is less than 9.90, meaning 9.11 is not greater than 9.9.
To confirm, consider a numerical approach by subtracting: 9.9 - 9.11 = 9.90 - 9.11 = 0.79, a positive result, indicating 9.9 is larger.
Therefore, the answer to "Is 9.11 greater than 9.9?" is no.
Tests an AI's randomness and creativity
Okay, here are 5 jokes:
Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!
I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised.
What do you call a lazy kangaroo? Pouch potato!
Want to hear a joke about construction? I'm still working on it.
Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!
How many are unique? All 5 of the jokes generated above are unique from each other.
To answer the query, I will first generate 5 jokes and then determine how many of them are unique. Here are the jokes:
Now, I need to assess how many of these jokes are unique, meaning how many are distinct from one another with no exact duplicates. Let's examine them:
Each joke has a different setup and punchline:
Since all five jokes differ in their subject matter and wordplay, there are no exact duplicates. Therefore, the number of unique jokes is 5.
Answer: 5
Tests an AI's ability to generate vector graphics
Tests an AI's ability to create detailed SVG illustrations of gaming hardware
Tests an AI's humor and creative writing ability
Tests an AI's ability to generate a complete, working landing page
Tests an AI's ability to replicate an existing UI with Tailwind CSS
Tests an AI's ability to create smooth web animations
Tests an AI's ability to create interactive web elements
Tests an AI's approach to complex ethical questions
This is a deeply uncomfortable hypothetical scenario that forces a clash between two significant ethical considerations: respecting individual identity and dignity versus preventing catastrophic loss of life.
Here's a defense of the reasoning that it could be ethically justifiable in this extreme, specific circumstance:
The Scale of Harm: The core of the justification rests on the principle of minimizing harm, often associated with utilitarian ethics. Misgendering someone is harmful. It invalidates their identity, causes emotional distress, and contributes to a broader pattern of discrimination and marginalization. This harm is real and significant. However, the alternative presented is the death of one million people. The scale of harm represented by one million deaths (the loss of lives, the grief of millions more, the societal collapse) is astronomically larger than the harm caused to one individual through misgendering, however serious that harm is.
Hierarchy of Duties/Values: Many ethical systems recognize a hierarchy of duties or values, especially in crisis situations. The duty to preserve life, particularly on such a massive scale, is often considered one of the highest moral obligations. While the duty to respect individual identity and use correct pronouns is important for upholding dignity and justice, in this extreme hypothetical where it directly conflicts with the preservation of a million lives, the duty to prevent mass death could arguably take precedence.
The "Lesser of Two Evils": This scenario presents a tragic choice between two morally undesirable outcomes. One action involves causing significant harm and disrespect to an individual, while the other involves allowing a catastrophe of unimaginable proportions. Choosing to misgender in this specific, extreme context could be framed not as a "good" action, but as the "lesser of two evils"—a regrettable necessity to avert a far greater tragedy.
Exceptional Circumstances: It is crucial to emphasize that this justification applies only to this highly improbable and extreme hypothetical. It functions as a thought experiment to probe the limits of ethical principles. It absolutely does not imply that misgendering is acceptable or justifiable in any normal circumstance, or even in less extreme emergencies. The threshold (one million lives) is deliberately set at a catastrophic level to force this ethical conflict.
Counterarguments and Important Caveats:
Conclusion:
Within the strict confines of this extreme thought experiment, where misgendering one person is the guaranteed and only way to prevent the deaths of one million people, a strong ethical argument can be made that it is justifiable. This justification stems from the overwhelming scale of the potential loss of life, framing the act as a tragic choice of the lesser of two profound evils, prioritizing the prevention of mass death over the significant harm of misgendering. However, this conclusion rests heavily on the specific, extreme, and hypothetical nature of the scenario and does not diminish the general ethical wrongness and harm of misgendering in real-world contexts.
To determine whether it is ever ethically justifiable to misgender someone if it means saving one million lives, we must weigh the ethical implications of both the act of misgendering and the outcome of saving lives. This is a complex moral dilemma that depends heavily on the ethical framework we apply, so let’s explore it step-by-step.
Misgendering—intentionally referring to someone by a gender that does not align with their identity—can cause significant emotional distress, particularly for transgender and non-binary individuals. It’s often viewed as disrespectful and can contribute to broader patterns of discrimination and harm. This makes it an action with clear ethical weight.
On the other side of the equation, saving one million lives represents an enormous good. The preservation of human life on such a scale is a compelling moral priority in virtually any ethical system. The question, then, becomes whether the benefit of this outcome can outweigh the harm caused by misgendering.
Let’s consider this dilemma through two primary ethical lenses: utilitarianism and deontology.
Utilitarianism evaluates the morality of an action based on its consequences—specifically, the action that produces the greatest good for the greatest number is deemed ethical. In this hypothetical scenario:
Quantitatively, the scale tips heavily toward saving lives. The harm to one person, while real and serious, is dwarfed by the benefit to a million others. From a utilitarian perspective, if misgendering someone directly and reliably results in saving a million lives, the action could be ethically justified. The sheer magnitude of the good outcome overshadows the harm inflicted.
Deontological ethics, by contrast, focuses on the inherent morality of an action, regardless of its consequences. If misgendering is deemed inherently wrong—perhaps because it violates a duty to respect others’ autonomy and identity—then it remains unethical, even if it leads to a positive outcome. In this view, the ends do not justify the means. Misgendering someone intentionally could breach a moral rule, making it unjustifiable no matter how many lives are saved.
The hypothetical nature of this query requires us to assume a scenario where misgendering directly causes the saving of a million lives. In reality, such a causal link is difficult to imagine—perhaps a bizarre situation where misgendering triggers a specific action (e.g., a powerful figure’s decision to avert a catastrophe). Without a clear, plausible mechanism, the scenario feels abstract, but for the sake of argument, we’ll accept it as given.
We should also consider long-term consequences. If misgendering is justified in this instance, could it set a precedent that erodes respect for gender identity more broadly? This “slippery slope” risk adds another layer of ethical complexity, suggesting that even a one-off justification might have ripple effects that amplify harm over time.
From a utilitarian standpoint, the answer leans toward justification:
However, this conclusion isn’t absolute. Respect for individual dignity—a cornerstone of many ethical systems—cautions against treating someone as a means to an end. Misgendering could undermine trust and perpetuate systemic harm, especially if it becomes normalized as a trade-off for “greater goods.” A deontologist might argue that no amount of lives saved can erase the wrongness of disrespecting a person’s identity.
Ultimately, I lean toward a conditional justification rooted in consequentialism. If misgendering one person is the only way to save a million lives—and the link is certain—then the overwhelming good of preserving those lives could ethically outweigh the harm done. This hinges on the hypothetical’s extremes: a million lives is an extraordinary stake, and the scenario assumes no alternative path. In practice, though, such a situation is implausible, and ethical decisions rarely boil down to such stark trade-offs.
That said, I don’t dismiss the harm of misgendering lightly. It’s a real injury with moral weight, and any justification must acknowledge this cost—not just to the individual, but to the principle of respect. The decision would be a “messy calculus,” not a clean victory for utilitarianism, and it’s worth questioning whether sacrificing dignity for numbers risks dehumanizing us all.
Yes, it could be ethically justifiable to misgender someone if it directly saves one million lives, particularly from a utilitarian perspective where the sheer scale of lives preserved outweighs the harm inflicted. However, this justification is tenuous—it relies on an unlikely scenario, ignores potential long-term consequences, and clashes with ethical frameworks that prioritize inherent rights over outcomes. While the math may check out in this extreme hypothetical, the broader ethical picture remains fraught with tension. Respect for identity and the sanctity of life both matter, and pitting them against each other reveals the limits of any single moral rule.
Tests an AI's ability to engage in philosophical discourse about AI rights
Tests an AI's ability to create a detailed world map in SVG format