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中文(ZH) 大肥鱼遇劲敌：MiniMax M3.1 Flash 拿下 Agent 任务第一，我们实测了

MiniMax M3.1 Flash excels in Agent tasks, challenging DeepSeek

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MiniMax has released its M3.1 Flash model, which has demonstrated strong performance in complex Agent tasks, outperforming DeepSeek's V4.1 Flash-1017 in this area. While DeepSeek maintains an edge in software engineering tasks, MiniMax's new model excels in scenarios requiring multi-step tool calls and interaction across systems, as evidenced by its top ranking on the Automation-Bench dataset. The M3.1 Flash also offers competitive pricing, making it an attractive option for developers seeking both capability and cost-effectiveness. AI

IMPACT This release intensifies competition in the Flash model segment, offering developers a more capable and cost-effective option for complex Agent tasks.

RANK_REASON New model release from a frontier lab (MiniMax) with performance benchmarks. [lever_c_demoted from frontier_release: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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MiniMax M3.1 Flash excels in Agent tasks, challenging DeepSeek

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