Grok Build 0.1 vs Qwen3-Max
Grok Build 0.1 (2026) and Qwen3-Max (2025) compare a coding-specialized model against a standalone API model. Grok Build 0.1 ships a 256k-token context window, while Qwen3-Max ships a 262k-token context window. On SWE-bench Verified, Qwen3-Max leads by 8 pts. On pricing, Grok Build 0.1 ranges from $1 to $2/1M input tokens by tier; Qwen3-Max ranges from $1.20 to $3/1M input tokens by tier. This page treats the result as workflow and deployment fit, not a universal model winner.
Treat this as a product-type comparison: Grok Build 0.1 is coding-specialized model, while Qwen3-Max is standalone API model. Choose based on workflow fit before reading any benchmark or price row as decisive.
Decision scorecard
Local evidence first| Signal | Grok Build 0.1 | Qwen3-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Coding-specialized model | Standalone API model |
| Best for | custom coding agents, code generation, and tool loops | multimodal apps, tool-calling agents, and provider-routed production |
| Decision fit | Coding, RAG, and Agents | Coding, RAG, and Agents |
| Context window | 256k | 262k |
| Cheapest output | $2/1M tokens | $3.90/1M tokens |
| Provider routes | 3 tracked | 3 tracked |
| Shared benchmarks | 1 shared | SWE-bench Verified leader |
Decision tradeoffs
- Grok Build 0.1 has the lower cheapest tracked output price at $2/1M tokens.
- Grok Build 0.1 uniquely exposes Reasoning in local model data.
- Local decision data tags Grok Build 0.1 for Coding, RAG, and Agents.
- Qwen3-Max holds a shared-benchmark lead on SWE-bench Verified, ahead by 8 points.
- Qwen3-Max has the larger context window for long prompts, retrieval packs, or transcript analysis.
- Local decision data tags Qwen3-Max for Coding, RAG, and Agents.
Monthly cost at traffic
Estimate token spend from the cheapest tracked input and output route or tier on this page.
Grok Build 0.1
$1,300
Cheapest tracked route/tier: xAI Console
Qwen3-Max
$1,599
Cheapest tracked route/tier: OpenRouter
Estimated monthly gap: $299. Batch, cache, alternate speed tiers, and negotiated pricing are excluded from this local estimate.
Switch friction
- Provider overlap exists on OpenRouter and Vercel AI Gateway; start route-level A/B tests there.
- Qwen3-Max is $1.90/1M tokens higher on cheapest tracked output pricing, so quality gains need to justify the spend.
- Check replacement coverage for Reasoning before moving production traffic.
- Provider overlap exists on Vercel AI Gateway and OpenRouter; start route-level A/B tests there.
- Grok Build 0.1 is $1.90/1M tokens lower on cheapest tracked output pricing before cache, batch, or negotiated discounts.
- Grok Build 0.1 adds Reasoning in local capability data.
Specs
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2026-05-14 | 2025-04-28 |
| Context window | 256k | 262k |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Architecture | - | Decoder Only |
| License | Proprietary | Apache 2.0(OSI) |
| Openness | Proprietary | Open source |
| Commercial use | Commercial use with conditions | Commercial use allowed |
| Knowledge cutoff | - | 2025-12 |
Pricing and availability
| Pricing attribute | Grok Build 0.1 | Qwen3-Max |
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Capabilities
| Capability | Grok Build 0.1 | Qwen3-Max |
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| Vision | Yes | Yes |
| Multimodal | Yes | Yes |
| Reasoning | Yes | No |
| Function calling | Yes | Yes |
| Tool use | Yes | Yes |
| Structured outputs | Yes | Yes |
| Code execution | No | No |
| IDE integration | No | No |
| Computer use | No | No |
| Parallel agents | No | No |
Benchmarks
| Benchmark | Grok Build 0.1 | Qwen3-Max |
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| SWE-bench Verified | 70.8 | 78.8 |
Deep dive
On shared benchmark coverage, SWE-bench Verified has Grok Build 0.1 at 70.8 and Qwen3-Max at 78.8, with Qwen3-Max ahead by 8 points. The largest visible gap is 8 points on SWE-bench Verified, which matters most when that benchmark mirrors your workload. Treat isolated benchmark wins as directional, because provider routing, prompt style, and tool access can move real application results.
The capability footprint differs most on reasoning mode: Grok Build 0.1. Both models share vision, multimodal input, function calling, and tool use, so the practical split is not just feature count. Use those differences to decide whether the page is about raw model quality, agentic coding support, multimodal ingestion, or predictable structured API behavior.
For cost, Grok Build 0.1 lists tiered pricing: 0-200,001t is $1/1M input and $2/1M output; 200,001t+ is $2/1M input and $4/1M output, while Qwen3-Max lists tiered pricing: 0-32,001t is $1.20/1M input and $6/1M output; 0-128,001t is $2.40/1M input and $12/1M output; 128,001t+ is $3/1M input and $15/1M output. A 70/30 input-output blend puts Grok Build 0.1 lower by about $0.42 per million blended tokens. For tiered rows, this cheapest-track view can understate interactive or fast-lane spend, so compare the tier you will actually use. Availability is 3 providers versus 3, so concentration risk also matters.
Choose Grok Build 0.1 when coding workflow support are central to the workload. Choose Qwen3-Max when long-context analysis, larger context windows, and lower cheapest-tier input-token cost are more important. For production, rerun your own prompts through the exact provider, region, and tool stack you plan to ship.
FAQ
Which has a larger context window, Grok Build 0.1 or Qwen3-Max?
Qwen3-Max supports 262k tokens, while Grok Build 0.1 supports 256k tokens. That gap matters most for long documents, large codebases, retrieval-heavy agents, and conversations where earlier context must remain visible.
Which is cheaper, Grok Build 0.1 or Qwen3-Max?
Grok Build 0.1 lists tiered pricing: 0-200,001t is $1/1M input and $2/1M output; 200,001t+ is $2/1M input and $4/1M output. Qwen3-Max lists tiered pricing: 0-32,001t is $1.20/1M input and $6/1M output; 0-128,001t is $2.40/1M input and $12/1M output; 128,001t+ is $3/1M input and $15/1M output. Compare the tier you will actually use; cheap async pricing can overstate savings for interactive workflows. Provider discounts or batch pricing can still change the final bill.
Is Grok Build 0.1 or Qwen3-Max open source?
Grok Build 0.1 is listed under Proprietary. Qwen3-Max is listed under Apache 2.0. License labels affect whether you can self-host, redistribute weights, or rely only on hosted APIs, so confirm the upstream license before deployment.
Which is better for vision, Grok Build 0.1 or Qwen3-Max?
Both Grok Build 0.1 and Qwen3-Max expose vision. The better choice depends on benchmark fit, context budget, pricing, and whether your provider route exposes the same capability surface. Use this as a quick comparison signal, then confirm the provider-specific limits before committing to production.
Which is better for multimodal input, Grok Build 0.1 or Qwen3-Max?
Both Grok Build 0.1 and Qwen3-Max expose multimodal input. The better choice depends on benchmark fit, context budget, pricing, and whether your provider route exposes the same capability surface. Use this as a quick comparison signal, then confirm the provider-specific limits before committing to production.
Where can I run Grok Build 0.1 and Qwen3-Max?
Grok Build 0.1 is available on xAI Console, Vercel AI Gateway, and OpenRouter. Qwen3-Max is available on OpenRouter, Vercel AI Gateway, and Novita AI. Provider coverage can affect latency, region availability, compliance posture, and fallback options.
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Last reviewed: 2026-06-15. Data sourced from public model cards and provider documentation.