Best Microsoft Models for Agents

Quick answer · Updated June 2026

Phi 4 Mini Instruct is the best Microsoft model for agents, scoring 2.7 on the Artificial Analysis Agentic Index for tool use and multi-step task completion. Phi 4 (0.0) is next.

2.7Agentic

8.4Intelligence

5 t/sSpeed

$0.080Input /M

131KContext

AI models ranked by the Artificial Analysis Agentic Index — measuring multi-step tool use, planning and task completion (including Tau²-Bench). The best models for building autonomous agents and agentic workflows.

Frequently asked

What is the best Microsoft model for agents?

Phi 4 Mini Instruct is the best Microsoft model for agents, scoring 2.7 on the Artificial Analysis Agentic Index for tool use and multi-step task completion. Phi 4 (0.0) is next.

What's a good alternative to Phi 4 Mini Instruct?

Phi 4 (0.0) is the closest alternative on this metric. See the full ranking above for the tradeoffs.

How many Microsoft models are there?

modelgrep tracks 3 Microsoft models with live benchmarks, speed, latency and per-provider pricing, led on intelligence by Phi 4. 2 of them qualify for this ranking.

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