Smartest Inception Models
Match · Updated July 2026
The smartest Inception model is Mercury 2, scoring 21.4 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index.
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The smartest AI models ranked by the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index — a composite of reasoning, knowledge, math and science benchmarks. These are the most intelligent large language models available today.
Frequently asked
What is the smartest Inception model?
The smartest Inception model is Mercury 2, scoring 21.4 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index.
How many Inception models are there?
modelgrep tracks 1 Inception models with live benchmarks, speed, latency and per-provider pricing, led on intelligence by Mercury 2. 1 of them qualify for this ranking.
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