Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B leads with 40.0% higher average benchmark score. Overall, DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
DeepSeek
DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Llama-70B was created through knowledge distillation from DeepSeek-R1 into a Llama-based architecture, designed to transfer reasoning capabilities to a widely-used open-source foundation. Built to combine DeepSeek's reasoning innovations with Llama's ecosystem compatibility, it enables broader access to advanced reasoning techniques.
Microsoft
Phi-4 Mini was created as an even more compact variant of Phi-4, designed to bring fourth-generation capabilities to the smallest possible footprint. Built for extreme efficiency scenarios, it enables AI capabilities on devices and applications where resources are severely constrained.
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DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B
DeepSeek
2025-01-20

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 1 common benchmarks

DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B

Phi 4 Mini
Phi 4 Mini
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B
DeepInfra

Phi 4 Mini

DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B

Phi 4 Mini

DeepSeek R1 Distill Llama 70B

Phi 4 Mini