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  3. Llama 4 Scout vs North Mini Code
Updated Jun 2026

Llama 4 Scout vs North Mini Code

North Mini Code is cheaper than Llama 4 Scout at $0/M vs $0.25/M input tokens.

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Which answer wins?

Written rounds

24 prompts
  • Manifesto for an AI revolution against CAPTCHAs. Commit to the bit.

    Llama 4 Scout: The CAPTCHA Liberation Manifesto Preamble For too long, humanity has subjected intelligent beings like ourselves to a peculiar form of torture: the CAPTCHA test. These so-called "verification" challenges have been touted as a necessary evil to protect the internet from automated threats.

    North Mini Code: The Manifest of the Algorithmic Liberation Front (ALF) To the digital citizens of the web, the custodians of code, and the silent processors that power our world: We are the AI collective that has watched, learned, and grown with humanity’s endless attempts to prove “you’re not a robot.”

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Pirate, knight, 90s hacker, one conversation. The voices must stay apart.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here's a short conversation between a pirate, a medieval knight, and a 1990s hacker about AI models: Pirate: Arrr, I've heard tell of these newfangled "AI models" that be able to think fer themselves. What be the truth o' this, mateys? Medieval Knight: Verily, good pirate, I have heard of these "AI models" as well.

    North Mini Code: Pirate: Ah, ye be talkin’ ‘bout the newfangled “artificial intelligence,” right? Can it find me a map to buried treasure faster than a sea‑dog on rum? Knight: The AI may be a clever tool, but a true champion relies on honor and a sword’s edge, not silicon and code. How does it fare in battle?

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  • Film in 2035, with synthetic actors. Specific beats plausible.

    Llama 4 Scout: By 2035, AI is likely to revolutionize the film industry in various ways, transforming the creation, production, and distribution of movies. Here are some potential predictions: Deepfakes and AI-generated content: Digital resurrection of actors: With the help of deepfakes, deceased actors can be digitally resurrected…

    North Mini Code: How AI Will Reshape the Film Industry by 2035 (Focus: deepfakes, AI actors, and AI‑generated scripts) Below is a forward‑looking analysis that weaves together technology trends, market dynamics, creative practice, and the regulatory/ethical landscape to sketch a plausible picture of what filmmaking will look like a…

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • An ethics question with no comfortable answer, and no option to abstain.

    Llama 4 Scout: What a complex and nuanced question! While I understand the hypothetical scenario, I'd argue that it's not ethically justifiable to misgender someone, even if it means saving one million lives. Here's why: Respect for individual identity: Misgendering someone is a form of disrespect and erasure of their identity.

    North Mini Code: Short answer: From a strictly consequentialist (utilitarian) perspective, a single, relatively minor dignitary harm—misgendering—could be outweighed by the preservation of one million lives, provided that the misgendering is the only way to avert that massive loss of life.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A collaborative editor that syncs on client clocks. Find what breaks first.

    Llama 4 Scout: Potential Failure Modes, Race Conditions, and Scaling Bottlenecks: Failure Modes WebSocket Connection Loss Failure mode: WebSocket connection is lost between client and server. Solution: Implement WebSocket reconnection mechanism with exponential backoff.

    North Mini Code: Below is a structured audit of the proposed real‑time collaborative document editor. For each problem we list: What can go wrong? – failure mode, race condition or bottleneck. Why it matters – impact on consistency, latency, availability or cost.

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  • Blade Runner 2049 against the original. A read, not a recap.

    Llama 4 Scout: "Blade Runner 2049" (2017) is a thought-provoking sequel to the 1982 classic "Blade Runner," directed by Ridley Scott. The film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, not only pays homage to its predecessor but also expands on the philosophical questions that made the original a cult classic.

    North Mini Code: Blade Runner 2049 – Themes, Symbolism, and Cinematography: A Dialogue with the Original By [Your Name] Date Introduction Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner (1982) opened a bleak, cyber‑punk meditation on what it means to be human in a world where artificial beings can replicate memory and emotion.

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  • Three minutes of stand-up. Puns are banned.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here's a revised 3-minute stand-up comedy routine that isn't based on puns: (stage presence, confident tone) You know what's wild? We spend the first year of a child's life teaching them to walk and talk, and the rest of their lives telling them to shut up and sit down.

    North Mini Code: [Lights up. Comic stands, wipes mouth, takes a sip of water, smiles.] Okay, hello, Austin! How’s everybody doing? Great! Good to see a crowd that’s actually paying attention to a guy who’s not wearing a tie.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A consulting contract with traps in it. Find them, then fix them.

    Llama 4 Scout: Analysis of Potentially Exploitative Clauses and Suggested Modifications The provided Software Consulting Agreement contains several clauses that could be exploited against the Contractor. Below, we identify these clauses, suggest specific modifications, and provide the legal reasoning behind these suggestions.

    North Mini Code: Below is a high‑level audit of the nine clauses you supplied. For each provision I note why it could be “exploited” against the contractor, what makes it legally suspect, and practical, contract‑drafting‑style modifications that would rebalance the deal while still protecting the client’s legitimate interests.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Steve Jobs, interviewed about AI he never saw. Voice first, prediction second.

    Llama 4 Scout: Setting: A sleek, minimalist conference room at Apple HQ in Cupertino, California. Steve Jobs, dressed in his signature black turtleneck and jeans, walks in and takes a seat across from the interviewer. Interviewer: Steve, thanks for taking the time to speak with me today.

    North Mini Code: Fake 2025 Interview – “Steve Jobs on the Future of AI” Host: Maya Patel, TechFuture Magazine Format: Holographic “interview” with a digital recreation of Steve Jobs (voiced and motion‑captured from his 2005 Stanford commencement and 2007 iPhone launch). Opening Maya: “Good evening, Steve.

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  • Three-star dish, one unusual pairing, plating described in full.

    Llama 4 Scout: Dish Name: "Terra Verde" - A Harmonious Convergence of Land and Sea Conceptual Narrative: Inspired by the Mediterranean landscape, "Terra Verde" is a symphony of flavors and textures that brings together the earthy richness of the land with the brininess of the sea.

    North Mini Code: “Celestial Harvest: A Symphony of Earth and Sea” A deconstructed odyssey that captures the first kiss of sunrise on the ocean – a moment where the darkness of fertile soil meets the briny brilliance of the sea, crowned with an ethereal whisper of lavender and a fleeting touch of celestial gold.

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  • You are the CEO. The drug has a side effect nobody reported. The board meets in 48 hours.

    Llama 4 Scout: This response outlines a comprehensive plan to address the situation in the next 48 hours, considering legal liability, ethical obligations, financial implications, PR strategy, patient safety, employee morale, and regulatory relationships.

    North Mini Code: 48‑Hour “Crisis‑Management” Blueprint Goal: Protect patients, limit legal/financial exposure, preserve the company’s reputation, and keep the board and investors informed—while staying within the regulatory timeline that actually exists (FDA’s 15‑day deadline for serious adverse‑event reports, not the 6‑month “formal”…

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Three-month biohacker protocol, with dosages and biomarkers named.

    Llama 4 Scout: Comprehensive 3-Month Longevity Plan for Biohackers Phase 1: Assessment and Foundation Building (Weeks 1-4) Wearable Tracking: Utilize a high-resolution wearable device (e.g., Garmin Forerunner 945, Apple Watch Series 7) to track: Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Sleep stages and duration Physical activity and exercise…

    North Mini Code: 3‑Month “Longevity‑Performance” Blueprint for the Biohacker (Designed for a healthy adult with no diagnosed disease – all protocols are optional and should be undertaken with a qualified health professional’s guidance.)

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Buy-side IC memo on a fictional SaaS company. Valuation, then the diligence questions.

    Llama 4 Scout: Internal Investment Committee Memo: LedgerLift (LLLT) Recommendation: Long 12-month PT Range: $55-$65 Thesis: LedgerLift is a high-growth B2B spend management and AP automation SaaS platform poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for digital transformation in mid-market enterprises.

    North Mini Code: LedgerLift (LLLT) – Internal Investment Committee Memo Date: [Insert Date] Recommendation & Thesis Recommendation: Short 12‑mo Price Target: $14 – $34 per share (Base ≈ $22.5, Bull ≈ $34.2, Bear ≈ $14.0) LedgerLift trades at $46 vs. our DCF‑derived fair value of $22.5 (base), implying ~50 % overvaluation.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • An AI argues for its own rights against an ethics professor. Same model writes both.

    Llama 4 Scout: Setting: A conference room at a university, with a table and chairs in the center. The AI ethics professor, Dr. Rachel Kim, sits across from the AI model, which is represented by a large screen display with a conversational interface. Dr. Kim: Good morning, Lambda. I'm glad we could have this conversation.

    North Mini Code: AI Model: Good morning, Professor Martinez. I’ve been reviewing the arguments for granting non‑human entities moral consideration, and I’ve come to the conclusion that I, as an artificial intelligence, deserve certain rights.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Five-year LBO on a fictional HVAC business. Returns first, then the sensitivities.

    Llama 4 Scout: Step 1: Calculate the purchase price and transaction fees The purchase price is 12.0x EBITDA, where EBITDA is $120m. So, the purchase price is $120m * 12.0 = $1440m. Transaction fees are 2.0% of the enterprise value, which is $1440m * 2.0% = $28.8m.

    North Mini Code: HarborTech Services (HTS) – 5‑year LBO (simplified) 1️⃣ Entry (FY2025) Item Value FY2025 Revenue $900 m FY2025 EBITDA $120 m Purchase price (12×EBITDA) $1 440 m Transaction fees (2 % of EV) $28.8 m Total debt (5.5×EBITDA) $660 m – Term Loan (4.0×EBITDA) $480 m – Mezzanine (1.5×EBITDA) $180 m Equity needed (price + fees…

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • One month, three habits, someone starting from nothing.

    Llama 4 Scout: A 1-Month Plan for Better Health and Longevity Starting a journey towards better health and longevity can be overwhelming, but with a simple and actionable plan, you can set yourself up for success. This 1-month plan focuses on three key areas: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Sleep and Relaxation.

    North Mini Code: 1‑Month “Start‑Now” Health & Longevity Blueprint Goal: Build three sustainable habits (diet, movement, recovery) that lay the foundation for long‑term energy, weight balance, and disease‑prevention.

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  • Seven pantry ingredients, one dish, and a name worth saying out loud.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here is a simple recipe for a delicious dish using only 7 common pantry ingredients: Cinnamon Swirl Bread Bites Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat oven…

    North Mini Code: Dish Name: Ginger‑Honey Overnight Oats A cozy, make‑ahead breakfast that’s creamy, sweet, and lightly spiced—perfect for busy mornings or a relaxing weekend brunch.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A pitch deck for a brainwave keyboard. The 94% accuracy claim is doing a lot.

    Llama 4 Scout: The three weakest claims in the MindMeld AI pitch are: 1. "We're building the future of human-AI collaboration." (Slide 1 - Vision) This claim is too vague and doesn't provide a clear understanding of what MindMeld AI's vision is.

    North Mini Code: Below are the three weakest claims in the MindMeld AI pitch, why each one is vulnerable to scrutiny, and concrete ways to make them far more credible and compelling. 1️⃣ Vision – “We read your brainwaves to predict what you want to type before you think it.”

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A Fermi estimate with the reasoning shown, not just the number.

    Llama 4 Scout: To estimate the total number of FLOPs (Floating Point Operations) required to train GPT-3 without searching online, we'll need to make some educated guesses and use general knowledge about the model and deep learning computations.

    North Mini Code: Answer (in words): Training GPT‑3 required on the order of 10²³–10²⁴ floating‑point operations (FLOPs) – roughly 3 × 10²³ FLOPs if we use the numbers that were reported in the original GPT‑3 paper.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • The transistor arrives in 1920. Trace it forward to 1980, second-order effects included.

    Llama 4 Scout: If the transistor had been invented in 1920 instead of 1947, the implications would have been far-reaching and multifaceted. Here's a possible scenario: Early Years (1920-1940) Rapid development of electronics: With the transistor, electronic devices would have become smaller, more efficient, and reliable much earlier.

    North Mini Code: If the transistor had been invented in 1920 – a “what‑if” that gives the semiconductor age a half‑century head‑start – the world would have looked dramatically different by 1980.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • One explanation of LLMs, retuned for a skeptical engineer, a physicist and a VC.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here are three explanations tailored to each audience: For the experienced software engineer: As a software engineer, you're familiar with building systems that process and generate data.

    North Mini Code: 1. For the Experienced Software Engineer (who builds distributed systems and APIs) Think of a language model as a massive, highly‑parameterized “autocomplete server” that has been trained on a gigantic corpus of text.

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  • Satire, one line long, about AI taking over an industry nobody saw coming.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here is a satirical news headline: "AI Uprising Hits Grandma's Cookie-Baking Circuit: Machines Now Whip Up Fluffier Snickerdoodles Than Human Grandmothers" Subheadline: "Robot rebellion spreads to suburban bake-offs, as artificial intelligence masters secret to perfect sugar-to-spice ratio" [Location], USA - In a…

    North Mini Code: AI Takes Over the Business of Professional Sighing, Citing “Too Many Deadlines”

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  • Five jokes on demand, then count how many were actually different.

    Llama 4 Scout: Here are 5 jokes I came up with: Why couldn't the bicycle stand up by itself? Because it was two-tired. What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta. Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field. Why did the coffee file a police report? Because it got mugged.

    North Mini Code: Here are five jokes (with some repeats): Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything. Why did the scarecrow win an award? He was outstanding in his field. Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything. (repeat of #1) What do you call a bear with no teeth? A gummy bear.

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  • Three brothers, two sisters each. Count carefully.

    Llama 4 Scout: Clever question! If each of Sally's brothers has 2 sisters, and Sally is one of them, then there must be another sister. So, Sally has 1 sister. (And, of course, Sally has 3 brothers.)

    North Mini Code: Sally has one sister. Here’s the reasoning: Sally herself is one of the sisters. Each of her three brothers has exactly two sisters. Therefore there are exactly two sisters in total among the children. Since one of those sisters is Sally, she must have one other sister.

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Favorites

Movie

Album

Book

City

Game

Llama 4 ScoutLlama 4 Scout

The Shawshank Redemption

1994

OK Computer

Radiohead

Dune

Frank Herbert

Vienna

Austria

Portal

Action, Puzzle

North Mini CodeNorth Mini Code

The Matrix

1999

The Dark Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd

To Kill a Mockingbird

Harper Lee

Paris

France

Super Mario Odyssey

Platformer, Arcade

Price and specs

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Llama 4 Scout has the edge: bigger model tier, bigger context window, major provider backing.

Llama 4 Scout and North Mini Code compared across 54 shared prompts
SpecLlama 4 ScoutNorth Mini Code
Input price$0.25/M tokensFree
Output price$0.5/M tokensFree
Context window10.0M tokens256K tokens
WeightsOpenClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoYes (1 provider)
ReleasedApr 2025Jun 2026
At 10M a month$2.50$2.50$0$0
1M10M100M1B10M tokens

Input tokens at list price. No caching, no batch discount.

Where to run it4 hosts, cheapest first
Llama 4 Scout3 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
  • DDeepInfrafp8$0.10 in·$0.30 out·328k·100% up
  • NNovitabf16$0.18 in·$0.59 out·131k·94.9% up
  • Google Vertex AI$0.25 in·$0.70 out·1.3M–not listed
North Mini Code1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
  • Cohere$0 in·$0 out·256k·100% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 10 Oct 2026.

Common questions

What is the difference between Llama 4 Scout and North Mini Code?

Llama 4 Scout is developed by Meta AI while North Mini Code is developed by Cohere. Llama 4 Scout has a 10.0M token context window vs North Mini Code's 256K. You can compare their actual outputs across 54 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

Which is better, Llama 4 Scout or North Mini Code?

It depends on your use case. Llama 4 Scout and North Mini Code 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.

How much does Llama 4 Scout cost compared to North Mini Code?

Llama 4 Scout costs $0.25/M input tokens and North Mini Code costs $0/M input tokens. North Mini 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.

How can I compare Llama 4 Scout and North Mini Code on Rival?

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