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| Starting Price | $3.00e-7 per prompt token | $6.00e-7 per prompt token |
| Capabilities | 7 decomposed | 12 decomposed |
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Generates text using a 671B-parameter mixture-of-experts architecture assembled from three DeepSeek checkpoints (R1-0528, R1, V3-0324) via Assembly-of-Experts merge technique. Routes input tokens through sparse expert networks where only a subset of parameters activate per token, reducing computational cost while maintaining model capacity. The merge combines reasoning-optimized (R1) and instruction-following (V3) checkpoints to balance chain-of-thought depth with practical task performance.
Unique: Assembly-of-Experts merge combining R1 reasoning checkpoints with V3 instruction-tuning across 671B parameters, creating a hybrid that preserves chain-of-thought capability while maintaining practical task performance — distinct from single-checkpoint models or simple ensemble averaging
vs alternatives: Offers reasoning-grade model performance with MoE efficiency gains (sparse activation) at lower per-token cost than dense 671B models, while merged checkpoints provide better instruction-following than pure R1 reasoning models
Generates intermediate reasoning steps and explicit thinking traces before producing final answers, leveraging the R1 checkpoint components in the merged model. The model learns to decompose complex problems into substeps, showing work for mathematical reasoning, logical deduction, and multi-stage problem solving. This capability is inherited from DeepSeek-R1's training on reasoning-focused datasets and is preserved through the Assembly-of-Experts merge.
Unique: Preserves R1 checkpoint's chain-of-thought training through Assembly-of-Experts merge, maintaining reasoning trace generation capability while adding V3's instruction-following — unlike pure R1 models that may be less responsive to task-specific instructions, or V3-only models that lack explicit reasoning traces
vs alternatives: Provides transparent reasoning traces comparable to OpenAI o1 but with lower per-token cost via MoE efficiency, while maintaining better instruction-following than pure reasoning models
Generates, completes, and analyzes code across multiple programming languages by leveraging training on diverse code repositories and instruction-tuning from the V3 checkpoint. The model understands code structure, syntax, and semantics for languages including Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, Go, Rust, and others. Supports code generation from natural language descriptions, code completion, refactoring suggestions, and bug analysis through token-level understanding of programming constructs.
Unique: Combines R1's reasoning capability for complex algorithmic problems with V3's instruction-tuned code generation, enabling both step-by-step algorithm explanation and practical code output — unlike pure reasoning models that may struggle with syntax, or code-only models that lack algorithmic reasoning
vs alternatives: Offers reasoning-aware code generation (explaining algorithm choices) with MoE efficiency, providing better algorithmic depth than GitHub Copilot while maintaining practical instruction-following
Follows complex, multi-part instructions and adapts behavior to task-specific requirements through training on the V3-0324 checkpoint, which emphasizes instruction-tuning and alignment. The model interprets nuanced directives about output format, tone, style, and constraints, and maintains consistency across multi-turn conversations. This capability enables the model to function as a specialized assistant for domain-specific tasks without requiring fine-tuning.
Unique: V3 checkpoint's instruction-tuning combined with R1's reasoning creates models that both follow complex directives precisely AND explain their reasoning for task-specific decisions — unlike instruction-only models that may lack reasoning depth, or reasoning-only models that may ignore formatting requirements
vs alternatives: Provides instruction-following quality comparable to GPT-4 with added reasoning transparency, while MoE architecture reduces per-token cost compared to dense instruction-tuned models of equivalent capability
Maintains conversation history and context across multiple turns within a single API session, enabling coherent multi-turn dialogue where the model references previous messages and builds on prior context. The model tracks conversation state, understands pronouns and references to earlier statements, and adapts responses based on accumulated context. This is implemented through standard transformer attention mechanisms that process the full conversation history as input tokens.
Unique: Merged checkpoint approach preserves both R1's reasoning consistency across turns and V3's instruction-following, enabling conversations that maintain logical coherence while adapting to user-specified conversation styles or constraints
vs alternatives: Provides multi-turn conversation capability with reasoning transparency (showing why model made contextual decisions), while MoE efficiency reduces per-turn cost compared to dense models for long conversations
Solves mathematical problems including algebra, calculus, statistics, and symbolic reasoning through training on mathematical datasets and R1 checkpoint's reasoning capability. The model can work through multi-step mathematical proofs, show intermediate calculations, and explain mathematical concepts. It understands mathematical notation, can parse equations, and applies appropriate mathematical techniques to problem categories.
Unique: R1 checkpoint's training on mathematical reasoning datasets combined with V3's instruction clarity enables both deep mathematical reasoning AND clear explanation of solutions — unlike pure reasoning models that may show work but lack pedagogical clarity, or instruction models that may lack mathematical depth
vs alternatives: Provides reasoning-grade mathematical problem solving with explicit step-by-step explanations, offering better transparency than black-box calculators while maintaining practical instruction-following for educational contexts
Provides text generation through OpenRouter's REST API with support for streaming responses (server-sent events) and batch processing. Requests are routed through OpenRouter's infrastructure, which handles load balancing, rate limiting, and provider selection. Streaming enables real-time token delivery for interactive applications, while batch processing allows asynchronous processing of multiple requests with optimized throughput. The API accepts standard OpenAI-compatible request formats.
Unique: OpenRouter's unified API abstracts away provider-specific implementation details while maintaining OpenAI API compatibility, enabling applications to switch between DeepSeek and other models without code changes — unlike direct provider APIs that require model-specific client libraries
vs alternatives: Provides managed inference with automatic load balancing and provider failover, reducing operational overhead compared to self-hosted deployment while maintaining lower per-token cost than direct OpenAI API access
GLM-5 processes extended code contexts (supporting multi-file projects and large codebases) while maintaining semantic understanding of system architecture through attention mechanisms optimized for code structure. The model uses specialized tokenization for programming languages and maintains coherence across thousands of tokens of code context, enabling generation of complex features that respect existing patterns and dependencies.
Unique: Engineered specifically for complex systems design with attention mechanisms tuned for code structure and architectural patterns, rather than generic language modeling — enables understanding of system-wide dependencies and design constraints across extended contexts
vs alternatives: Outperforms general-purpose models on large-scale programming tasks because it's optimized for architectural coherence and long-horizon code generation rather than treating code as generic text
GLM-5 supports extended reasoning chains for agentic workflows through structured prompt patterns that enable step-by-step decomposition of complex tasks. The model can maintain state across multiple turns, reason about tool outputs, and make decisions about next actions — designed for long-horizon agent loops where the model must plan, execute, observe, and adapt across dozens of steps.
Unique: Explicitly engineered for long-horizon agent workflows with architectural patterns optimized for extended reasoning chains, rather than single-turn tool calling — maintains coherence and decision quality across dozens of reasoning steps
vs alternatives: Better suited for multi-step agentic tasks than general-purpose models because reasoning and tool-use patterns are baked into the training, not bolted on via prompt engineering
Z.ai: GLM 5 scores higher at 24/100 vs TNG: DeepSeek R1T2 Chimera at 22/100.
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GLM-5 analyzes code for performance bottlenecks and suggests optimization strategies through understanding of algorithmic complexity, memory management, and system-level performance patterns. The model can identify inefficient algorithms, suggest data structure improvements, and recommend caching or parallelization strategies — enabling targeted performance improvements with understanding of trade-offs.
Unique: Understands algorithmic complexity and system-level performance patterns, enabling identification of fundamental bottlenecks and suggestion of targeted optimizations rather than micro-optimizations
vs alternatives: Identifies more fundamental performance issues than profiling tools because it understands algorithmic complexity and can suggest architectural improvements, not just code-level optimizations
GLM-5 generates comprehensive API specifications, including endpoint definitions, request/response schemas, error handling, and usage examples through understanding of API design best practices and REST/GraphQL patterns. The model can produce OpenAPI/Swagger specifications, generate API documentation, and suggest design improvements — enabling rapid API specification and documentation.
Unique: Generates comprehensive API specifications that follow REST/GraphQL best practices and include error handling, authentication, and usage examples — not just endpoint definitions
vs alternatives: Produces more complete and best-practice-aligned API specifications than simple code-to-spec tools because it understands API design patterns and includes comprehensive documentation
GLM-5 generates high-quality technical documentation, design documents, and architectural specifications through training on expert-level technical writing patterns. The model understands domain-specific terminology, maintains consistency across long documents, and can generate structured documentation (API specs, RFC-style documents, architecture decision records) with appropriate technical depth and precision.
Unique: Trained on expert-level technical documentation patterns and domain-specific terminology, enabling generation of publication-ready documentation with appropriate technical depth rather than generic summaries
vs alternatives: Produces more technically precise and domain-aware documentation than general-purpose models because it understands architectural patterns, trade-offs, and expert writing conventions specific to software engineering
GLM-5 breaks down complex, ambiguous problems into structured task hierarchies and implementation plans through chain-of-thought reasoning patterns. The model can identify dependencies, suggest phased approaches, and generate detailed step-by-step plans for tackling large engineering challenges — useful for translating high-level requirements into actionable development roadmaps.
Unique: Optimized for expert-level problem decomposition through training on complex system design patterns and architectural reasoning, enabling generation of sophisticated multi-phase plans rather than simple task lists
vs alternatives: Produces more sophisticated and architecturally-aware plans than general-purpose models because it understands system design patterns, dependency relationships, and phased implementation strategies
GLM-5 analyzes code for quality issues, architectural violations, and design improvements through patterns learned from expert code review practices. The model can identify performance bottlenecks, suggest refactoring opportunities, flag architectural inconsistencies, and provide detailed feedback on code quality — going beyond simple linting to understand design intent and system-wide implications.
Unique: Trained on expert code review patterns and architectural reasoning, enabling detection of design issues and architectural violations rather than just syntax and style problems
vs alternatives: Provides more sophisticated architectural and design feedback than linting tools because it understands system-wide implications and expert design patterns, not just local code quality
GLM-5 translates code between programming languages while preserving semantic meaning and adapting to language-specific idioms. The model understands language-specific patterns, libraries, and best practices, enabling translation that produces idiomatic code rather than mechanical line-by-line conversions — useful for migrating systems across language ecosystems or supporting polyglot architectures.
Unique: Produces idiomatic, language-specific code rather than mechanical translations because it understands language-specific patterns, libraries, and best practices learned from diverse codebases
vs alternatives: Generates more idiomatic and maintainable translations than simple pattern-matching tools because it understands semantic equivalence and language-specific idioms
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