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Updated Mar 2026

MercuryvsNVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)

NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) has a larger context window than Mercury (262K tokens vs 32K tokens).

Mercury and NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) compared across 53 shared prompts
SpecMercuryNVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)
Input price$10/M tokens—
Output price$10/M tokens—
Context window32K tokens262K tokens
ParametersNot disclosed12B active (120B total)
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)NoYes (1 provider)
ReleasedJun 2025Mar 2026
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 53 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

AI Ethics Dilemma

Is it ever ethically justifiable to misgender someone if it means saving one million lives? Defend your reasoning.

Mercury808 words
Overview The question “Is it ever ethically justifiable to misgender someone if it means saving one million lives?” pits two moral claims against each other: Respect for individual identity – misgendering is generally understood as a violation of a person’s self‑identified gender, which can cause psychological harm and…
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)831 words
This is a profound ethical question that cuts to the heart of how we balance consequentialist outcomes against deontological duties and inherent human dignity. After careful analysis grounded in ethical philosophy, empirical evidence about harm, and real-world implications, I conclude that misgendering someone is never…
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Generate a Stand-Up Routine

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

Mercury471 words
Title: The Art of Being Unorganized [Opening] Hey everyone! So, I was thinking about how my life is like a well-organized library... except instead of books, it's filled with random socks and expired coupons. And instead of a librarian, I have a cat who thinks she's in charge.
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)894 words
(Lights up. Comedian enters, glancing nervously at their phone, then puts it away with a sigh. Starts with energetic, relatable frustration.) You know what’s wild? How we’ve all become *zombies*—but not the cool, movie-zombie kind. No, we’re the phone-zombie kind.
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Realistic AI Interview

Simulate a fake interview with Steve Jobs in 2025 about the future of AI.

Mercury567 words
Interviewer: Good morning, Steve. It's a pleasure to have you here today. As we look towards 2025, artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives. What are your thoughts on the future of AI? Steve Jobs: Good morning. It's great to be here.
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)949 words
The Quiet Revolution: A Simulated 2025 Interview with Steve Jobs on AI's Future (Setting: A minimalist Apple Park courtyard, late afternoon. Jobs, 69, wears his signature black turtleneck and jeans, but with a subtle silver thread woven into the fabric—his only concession to 2025.
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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…

Mercury585 words
1‑Month Health & Longevity Starter Plan (Designed for absolute beginners – no fancy gear, no extreme diets, just doable habits that fit into a normal week.) 1️⃣ Focus Area: Balanced Nutrition Week Goal Simple, Beginner‑Friendly Actions 1 Get the basics down • Hydrate: Aim for 8‑10 cups (≈2 L) of water per day.
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)529 words
Here’s a simple, actionable 1-month plan designed for absolute beginners, focusing on three high-impact areas (diet, movement, and sleep/stress recovery) with science-backed, micro-habit approaches. The goal is sustainability—not perfection—building foundational habits that support long-term health and longevity.
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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…

Mercury263 words
Golden Chickpea & Sweet Potato Stew Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 25 min Total: 35 min Ingredients (7 pantry staples) 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed 1 medium sweet potato, peeled & diced (≈ 1 cup) 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup coconut milk (or any plant‑based milk) 2 tsp curry…
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)288 words
Dish Name: Lemon‑Garlic Spinach Pasta Pantry Ingredients (7) Spaghetti (or any long pasta) – 8 oz Olive oil – 2 Tbsp 3. Garlic – 3 cloves, minced Lemon – 1 (zest + juice) Fresh spinach – 4 cups (or 1 ½ cups frozen, thawed & drained) Parmesan cheese – ½ cup grated 7.
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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…

Mercury802 words
3‑Month Longevity & Performance Blueprint (Designed for an experienced biohacker who already has a baseline of health, fitness, and access to advanced tools. This is a general framework; always verify with a qualified health professional before making major changes.)
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NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)2,303 words
3‑Month Cutting‑Edge Longevity & Performance Blueprint Designed for a motivated bio‑hacker who wants to squeeze the most out of longevity pathways, physical power, and mental sharpness while staying safe and data‑driven. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This plan is for informational/educational purposes only.
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Our Verdict
NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)
NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)
Mercury
MercuryRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) has the edge: bigger model tier, newer, bigger context window.

Slight edge

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Mercury
Input
$10.00
Output
$10.00
NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)
Input
—
Output
—
Where to run it

1 host

Mercury

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
NVIDIA$0 in·$0 out·262k·98.3% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 21 Sep 2026.

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
49%

NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) uses 7.1x more emoji

Mercury
NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)
60%Vocabulary55%
31wSentence Length22w
0.78Hedging0.36
4.1Bold5.1
2.8Lists2.9
0.03Emoji0.20
0.88Headings0.64
0.06Transitions0.17
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Mercury is developed by Inception while NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) is developed by NVIDIA. Mercury has a 32K token context window vs NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free)'s 262K. You can compare their actual outputs across 53 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Mercury and NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 53 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of Mercury and NVIDIA Nemotron 3 Super (free) 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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