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DeepSeek R1 (0528) vs Kimi K2 0711

Kimi K2 0711 is more cost-effective, DeepSeek R1 (0528) includes advanced reasoning, Kimi K2 0711 has open weights. Compare full specs, pricing, and choose the best model for your use case.

Quick Overview

DeepSeek R1 (0528)

Synthetic

128K tokens context • $3.00 / $8.00 per 1M tokens

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Kimi K2 0711

Moonshot AI (China)

131K tokens context • $0.60 / $2.50 per 1M tokens

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Detailed Comparison

Specification
DeepSeek R1 (0528)
Kimi K2 0711
Provider
Synthetic
Moonshot AI (China)
Context Window
128K tokens
131K tokens
Max Output Tokens
128K tokens
16K tokens
Input Pricing (per 1M tokens)
$3.00
$0.60
Output Pricing (per 1M tokens)
$8.00
$2.50
Release Date
Aug 2025
Jul 2025

Capabilities

Capability
DeepSeek R1 (0528)
Kimi K2 0711
Text Generation
Function Calling
Advanced Reasoning

Which Model Should You Choose?

Choose DeepSeek R1 (0528) if:

  • • You need advanced reasoning

Choose Kimi K2 0711 if:

  • • You need a larger context window
  • • Cost efficiency is a priority
  • • You prefer open weights