DeepSeek V3.2 Exp vs Step 3.5 Flash
For product management work, compared on the PM Index.
- Step 3.5 Flash leads on the PM Index (25.5 vs 25.4).
- Step 3.5 Flash is cheaper ($0.15 vs $0.31 per 1M tokens).
| Metric | DeepSeek V3.2 Exp | Step 3.5 Flash |
|---|---|---|
| PM Index | 25.4 | 25.5 |
| AA Intelligence | 25.4 | 25.5 |
| AA Coding | — | — |
| AA Agentic | — | — |
| Blended $/1M | $0.31 | $0.15 |
| Output tok/s | — | 223 |