DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash vs Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash
deepseek vs google
On price, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.12× that of Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash).
On capability, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash has the higher intelligence index (40) — better for complex reasoning.
Verdict: pick DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash on a budget, or DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash for output quality. Full details below.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Metric | DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash | Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash |
|---|---|---|
| Input /1M | $0.05 | $0.75 |
| Output /1M | $0.57 | $3.75 |
| Blended (3:1) | $0.18 | $1.50 |
| Context | 1.0M | 1.0M |
| Intelligence | 40 | 39 |
| Coding | — | 76 |
| Math | — | — |
| Speed | 220 tok/s | — |
| CPS Grade | A | A |
FAQ
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash or Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash?
On price, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.12× that of Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash). DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash: $0.051 in / $0.567 out; Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash: $0.75 in / $3.75 out (per 1M tokens).
Which is smarter, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash or Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash?
On capability, DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash has the higher intelligence index (40) — better for complex reasoning. Coding index: DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash — vs Google: Gemini 3.7 Flash 76.
Which one should I choose?
Verdict: pick DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash on a budget, or DeepSeek: DeepSeek V4.1 Flash for output quality. Full details below.