Multi-model arena Day 1: Gemini takes clear lead, MiniMax and Qwen round out top 3
my_cat_can_code · x · 2026-10-28
Day 1 results are in for a multi-day model competition: Gemini App claimed first place with a clear lead, while open-source models MiniMax and Qwen took second and third — exceeding the organizer's expectations. DeepSeek even held the top spot for a while.
Four days remain, so other models still have time to catch up. The event is being livestreamed, with final rankings yet to be decided.
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