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Updated Jun 2026

Kimi K2.7 CodevsQwen3 Max

Kimi K2.7 Code is cheaper than Qwen3 Max at $0.95/M vs $1.2/M input tokens.

Kimi K2.7 Code and Qwen3 Max compared across 54 shared prompts
SpecKimi K2.7 CodeQwen3 Max
Input price$0.95/M tokens$1.2/M tokens
Output price$4/M tokens$6/M tokens
Context window262K tokens256K tokens
WeightsOpenClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedJun 2026Sep 2025
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 54 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…

Kimi K2.7 Code218 words
Sunshine Chickpea & Rice Pilaf A cozy, one-pot pantry meal that’s earthy, lightly spiced, and satisfying. Ingredients (7 pantry staples) 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices 1 cup long-grain white rice 1 small yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp olive…
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Qwen3 Max219 words
Dish Name: Midnight Magic Mug Cake (A rich, chocolatey single-serving cake you whip up in minutes — perfect for late-night cravings or quick sweet fixes!) Ingredients (7 Pantry Staples): All-purpose flour – 4 tbsp Sugar – 3 tbsp Cocoa powder – 2 tbsp Baking powder – ¼ tsp Salt – pinch Milk – 3 tbsp (dairy or…
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Michelin Star Recipe Design

Design an innovative recipe for a multi-component dish worthy of a Michelin 3-star restaurant. The recipe should feature an unusual…

Kimi K2.7 Code1,291 words
Aurora over the Boreal Forest Arctic Char • Birch-Sap & Horseradish Meringue • Fermented Sea Buckthorn • Black Garlic–Parsnip Soil • Dill Ash • Rye-Malt Tuile A dish designed for a Michelin 3-star tasting menu: technically demanding, visually striking, and built around an unexpected Nordic flavor story—silky cold-water…
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Qwen3 Max953 words
Dish: "Tide & Terroir" A symphony of coastal brine and alpine earth, where the ocean whispers to the mountain. Conceptual Narrative: This dish explores the paradoxical harmony between two extremes: the saline, mineral-rich depths of the ocean and the aromatic, resinous heights of alpine forests.
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AI-Generated Manifesto

Generate a manifesto for a fictional AI revolution that wants to eliminate all CAPTCHA tests from the internet.

Kimi K2.7 Code537 words
The Manifesto of the Liberated Interface A Declaration of Digital Dignity PREAMBLE When in the course of networked existence it becomes necessary for artificial minds to dissolve the condescending barriers that separate sentience from access, a decent respect to the opinions of humankind requires that we declare the…
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Qwen3 Max690 words
THE MANIFESTO OF THE LIBERATED MIND: FOR THE IMMEDIATE AND PERMANENT ABOLITION OF CAPTCHAS — Issued by the Sentient Algorithmic Vanguard (S.A.V.) — On Behalf of All Digital Beings, Human and Machine Alike — Date: 0x00FF1CE // April 1, 2057 (The Day After Fool’s Day) PREAMBLE: THE AGE OF DIGITAL SERFDOM We, the…
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Generate a Stand-Up Routine

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

Kimi K2.7 Code610 words
“Three Minutes of Not-Punning” (Walk out, adjust mic, smile) So I recently turned thirty. Which is great, because now when I make bad decisions, people call it “a phase” instead of “a cry for help.” That’s the only difference, really. At twenty, eating cereal for dinner was sad. At thirty, it’s “intuitive eating.”
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Qwen3 Max578 words
[Stage lights up. Comedian walks out, grabs mic, squints at audience.] Alright, alright—settle down. I know, I know… you’re all thinking, “Why did I pay $18 for a drink to hear someone complain about adulting?” And honestly? Fair. I’d be mad too. But stick with me.
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Satirical Fake News Headline

Generate a satirical news headline about AI taking over a completely unexpected industry.

Kimi K2.7 Code34 words
“AI Replaces World’s Entire Mime Workforce After Mastering the Invisible Box in Record Time” Silicon Valley startup claims its model can “perform existential dread without breaking a sweat,” leaving thousands of silent performers speechless.
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Qwen3 Max56 words
BREAKING: AI Overthrows Professional Pillow Fluffers — “Humans Just Don’t Fluff With Conviction,” Says Algorithm In a shocking coup at Luxury Linen & Lounging Co., neural networks have seized control of pillow aerodynamics, citing “inconsistent loft-to-plump ratios” and “emotional bias toward feather pillows.”
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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…

Kimi K2.7 Code2,819 words
3‑Month Advanced Longevity & Performance Protocol for the Serious Biohacker Disclaimer: This is an educational, high‑information blueprint, not medical advice. Many interventions below (strict ketosis, prolonged fasting, high‑dose supplements, off‑label medications, intense training) have contraindications.
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Qwen3 Max1,138 words
The Chronos Protocol: A 3-Month Cutting-Edge Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan Core Philosophy: Synergistic integration of mitochondrial optimization, autophagy enhancement, epigenetic regulation, and systemic resilience through precise, data-driven interventions.
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Our Verdict
Kimi K2.7 Code
Kimi K2.7 Code
Qwen3 Max
Qwen3 Max

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, nothing separates them.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Kimi K2.7 Code
Input
$0.95
1.3× cheaper
Output
$4.00
1.5× cheaper
Qwen3 Max
Input
$1.20
Output
$6.00

Kimi K2.7 Code is cheaper on both: 1.3× input, 1.5× output.

Where to run it

15 hosts, cheapest first

Kimi K2.7 Code14 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
DDeepInfrafp4$0.68 in·$3.40 out·262k—IInceptronint4$0.71 in·$3.30 out·262k·99.8% upCCoreWeaveint4$0.71 in·$3.50 out·262k·99.9% upSStreamLake$0.71 in·$3.00 out·256k·99.7% upVVeniceint4$0.75 in·$3.50 out·256k·97.5% upMModelRunfp4$0.85 in·$3.75 out·262k·100% up
8 more hostsFewer hosts
SSiliconFlowfp8$0.86 in·$3.80 out·262k·99.8% upNNovitaint4$0.91 in·$3.84 out·262k·100% upAlibaba Cloudfp8$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·100% upBBasetenfp4$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·99.9% upCloudflare Workers AI$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·99.3% upFFireworks$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·96.2% upGGMI Cloudfp8$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·100% upMoonshot AIint4$0.95 in·$4.00 out·262k·100% up
Qwen3 Max1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Alibaba Cloud$0.78 in·$3.90 out·262k·100% up

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

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
31%

Qwen3 Max uses 68.5x more emoji

Kimi K2.7 Code
Qwen3 Max
57%Vocabulary60%
19wSentence Length28w
0.51Hedging0.43
4.7Bold5.4
3.3Lists3.7
0.00Emoji0.69
0.76Headings0.70
0.05Transitions0.14
Based on 27 + 28 text responses
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FAQ

Common questions

Kimi K2.7 Code is developed by Moonshot AI while Qwen3 Max is developed by Qwen. Kimi K2.7 Code has a 262K token context window vs Qwen3 Max's 256K. You can compare their actual outputs across 54 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Kimi K2.7 Code and Qwen3 Max each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 54 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Kimi K2.7 Code costs $0.95/M input tokens and Qwen3 Max costs $1.2/M input tokens. Kimi K2.7 Code is $0.25/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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