Smartest DeepSeek Models

Quick answer · Updated June 2026

The smartest DeepSeek model is DeepSeek V4 Flash, scoring 46.0 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. DeepSeek V3.2 (41.7) and DeepSeek V4 Pro (39.3) round out the top three.

46.0Intelligence

85 t/sSpeed

$0.098Input /M

1.0MContext

The most capable AI models ranked by the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index — a composite of reasoning, knowledge, math and science benchmarks. These are the highest-scoring large language models available today.

Frequently asked

What is the smartest DeepSeek model?

The smartest DeepSeek model is DeepSeek V4 Flash, scoring 46.0 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. DeepSeek V3.2 (41.7) and DeepSeek V4 Pro (39.3) round out the top three.

What's a good alternative to DeepSeek V4 Flash?

DeepSeek V3.2 (41.7) is the closest alternative on this metric, followed by DeepSeek V4 Pro (39.3). See the full ranking above for the tradeoffs.

How many DeepSeek models are there?

modelgrep tracks 12 DeepSeek models with live benchmarks, speed, latency and per-provider pricing, led on intelligence by DeepSeek V4 Flash. 9 of them qualify for this ranking.

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