Smartest Microsoft Models

Quick answer · Updated June 2026

The smartest Microsoft model is Phi 4, scoring 10.4 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. Phi 4 Mini Instruct (8.4) is next.

10.4Intelligence

55 t/sSpeed

$0.065Input /M

16KContext

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 Microsoft model?

The smartest Microsoft model is Phi 4, scoring 10.4 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. Phi 4 Mini Instruct (8.4) is next.

What's a good alternative to Phi 4?

Phi 4 Mini Instruct (8.4) 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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