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  5. Llama 4 ScoutvsQwen3.8 Max Prime
Updated Sep 2026

Llama 4 ScoutvsQwen3.8 Max Prime

Llama 4 Scout is cheaper than Qwen3.8 Max Prime at $0.25/M vs $4/M input tokens.

Llama 4 Scout and Qwen3.8 Max Prime compared across 19 shared prompts
SpecLlama 4 ScoutQwen3.8 Max Prime
Input price$0.25/M tokens$4/M tokens
Output price$0.5/M tokens$12/M tokens
Context window10.0M tokens1.0M tokens
WeightsOpenClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedApr 2025Sep 2026
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 19 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…

Llama 4 Scout256 words
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…
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime223 words
🍯 Golden Hour Noodles A sweet, savory, garlicky pasta that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Ingredients (7) # Ingredient Amount 1 Spaghetti 8 oz (half a box) 2 Butter 3 tablespoons 3 Garlic, minced 4 cloves 4 Honey 2 tablespoons 5 Soy sauce 1 tablespoon 6 Red pepper flakes ½ teaspoon 7 Parmesan cheese…
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Adversarial Contract Review

Here is a contract for a software consulting engagement: --- SOFTWARE CONSULTING AGREEMENT This Agreement is entered into between TechCorp…

Llama 4 Scout1,154 words
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.
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime2,126 words
Contract Analysis: Exploitative Clauses & Recommended Modifications Executive Summary This agreement is severely one-sided in favor of the Client. Nearly every clause shifts risk, cost, or obligation onto the Contractor while granting the Client broad unilateral rights. Below is a clause-by-clause breakdown.
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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…

Llama 4 Scout1,107 words
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.
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime473 words
Your 1-Month Foundation Plan A simple, progressive plan built on three pillars. Each week, you add one small layer. No perfection required—just consistency. 🏃 Pillar 1: Movement Why: Even modest activity reduces all-cause mortality risk and improves mood, sleep, and energy within days.
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Historical Counterfactual Analysis

If the transistor had been invented in 1920 instead of 1947, trace the likely technological, economic, and geopolitical implications through…

Llama 4 Scout818 words
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.
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime2,943 words
The Transistor in 1920: A Counterfactual History Through 1980 Preamble: The Invention Itself The transistor's actual invention required quantum mechanical understanding of semiconductor behavior. In 1920, this theory didn't yet exist.
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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…

Llama 4 Scout688 words
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…
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime2,622 words
The Apex Longevity Protocol: A 3-Month Biohacker's Blueprint Disclaimer: This plan is for informational purposes only. Consult a physician before beginning any new supplement, fasting, or exercise protocol. Bloodwork and medical clearance are prerequisites.
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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) –…

Llama 4 Scout1,051 words
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.
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Qwen3.8 Max Prime673 words
HarborTech Services (HTS) – LBO Underwriting Memo Entry & Capital Structure Item Amount FY2025 EBITDA $120.0m Entry Multiple 12.0x Enterprise Value $1,440.0m Transaction Fees (2.0% of EV) $28.8m Total Uses $1,468.8m Term Loan (4.0x, 9.0% cash, 1.0% amort) $480.0m Mezzanine (1.5x, 12.0% cash + 2.0% PIK) $180.0m Sponsor…
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Our Verdict
Llama 4 Scout
Llama 4 Scout
Qwen3.8 Max Prime
Qwen3.8 Max Prime

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

Llama 4 Scout costs 24x less per token.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Llama 4 Scout
Input
$0.25
16× cheaper
Output
$0.50
24× cheaper
Qwen3.8 Max Prime
Input
$4.00
Output
$12.00

Llama 4 Scout is cheaper on both: 16× input, 24× output.

Where to run it

4 hosts, cheapest first

Llama 4 Scout3 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
DDeepInfrafp8$0.10 in·$0.30 out·328k·99.9% upNNovitabf16$0.18 in·$0.59 out·131k·100% upGoogle Vertex AI$0.25 in·$0.70 out·1.3M—
Qwen3.8 Max Prime1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Alibaba Cloud$4.00 in·$12.00 out·1M·99.9% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 25 Sep 2026.

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Llama 4 Scout is developed by Meta AI while Qwen3.8 Max Prime is developed by Qwen. Llama 4 Scout has a 10.0M token context window vs Qwen3.8 Max Prime's 1.0M. You can compare their actual outputs across 19 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Llama 4 Scout and Qwen3.8 Max Prime each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 19 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Llama 4 Scout costs $0.25/M input tokens and Qwen3.8 Max Prime costs $4/M input tokens. Llama 4 Scout is $3.75/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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