Testing DeepSeek-R1: When Is Chain-of-Thought Worth $2.50/M?
Published 2026-05-21
| Task | V4 Flash | R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Simple code | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Complex algorithm | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 |
| Math proof | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Use R1 ($2.50/M) only for complex reasoning. 90% of tasks: V4 Flash ($0.25/M).
Both at Global API.