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Updated Jul 2026

Horizon BetavsHy3

Horizon Beta is cheaper than Hy3 at $0/M vs $0.132/M input tokens.

Horizon Beta and Hy3 compared across 3 shared prompts
SpecHorizon BetaHy3
Input priceFree$0.132/M tokens
Output priceFree$0.528/M tokens
Context window256K tokens262K tokens
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedAug 2025Jul 2026
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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…

Horizon Beta1,720 words
I can offer a detailed, research-informed, experimental framework for a 3‑month longevity and performance plan. This is educational, not medical advice. Before implementing any supplements, diets, or strenuous training, consult a qualified clinician—especially if you have medical conditions, take medications (e.g.…
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Hy3498 words
The 90-Day Biohacker Longevity & Performance Protocol Goal: Maximize healthspan, cognitive resilience, and physical capacity via quantified self, metabolic flexibility, and targeted compounds. Assumptions: Healthy adult, experienced with fasting/exercise, access to wearables & supplements. I.
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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…

Horizon Beta172 words
Velvet Skillet Honey-Garlic Chickpeas Ingredients (7 total) 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder) 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat) 1 cup cooked rice (or bread/toast for serving)…
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Hy3178 words
Dish Name: Ruby Hurricane Pasta Ingredients (exactly 7 common pantry staples): Spaghetti (or any dry pasta) Canned diced tomatoes Garlic (pre-minced or whole cloves) Extra-virgin olive oil Red pepper flakes Salt Grated Parmesan (shelf-stable style) (Water for boiling pasta is assumed free and not counted.)
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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…

Horizon Beta739 words
Here’s a simple, beginner-friendly 1-month plan focusing on three foundations: diet, exercise, and sleep. It’s designed to be realistic, habit-based, and sustainable. Key principles Start small, be consistent. Track basics (steps, sleep, water). Adjust if something feels too hard—aim for “easy but consistent.”
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Hy3306 words
Here’s a simple, beginner-friendly 1-month plan built around three foundational pillars of health and longevity: Diet, Movement, and Sleep. The goal is to build sustainable habits, not perfection. Diet – Nourish Without Obsessing Focus: Add before you subtract; keep it practical.
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Our Verdict
Hy3
Hy3
Horizon Beta
Horizon BetaRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Hy3 has the edge: bigger model tier, newer.

Too close to call
API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Horizon Beta
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
Hy3
Input
$0.13
Output
$0.53
Where to run it

6 hosts, cheapest first

Horizon Beta

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

Hy36 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
DDeepInfrafp4$0.13 in·$0.53 out·262k·99.7% upTencentfp8$0.13 in·$0.53 out·262k·99.9% upGGMI Cloudbf16$0.14 in·$0.58 out·262k·98.6% upNNovita$0.14 in·$0.58 out·262k·100% upPPhala$0.15 in·$0.64 out·262k·100% upAAtlasCloudfp8$0.20 in·$0.80 out·262k·99.9% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 23 Sep 2026.

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Horizon Beta is developed by OpenRouter while Hy3 is developed by Tencent. Horizon Beta has a 256K token context window vs Hy3's 262K. You can compare their actual outputs across 3 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Horizon Beta and Hy3 each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 3 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Horizon Beta costs $0/M input tokens and Hy3 costs $0.132/M input tokens. Horizon Beta is $0.13/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of Horizon Beta and Hy3 across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output in a blind duel. Browsing and voting are free. No account is needed to look; signing in only saves your votes and likes.

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