Specifications
Context Window
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Input Price/1M
$0.95
#528 of 744
Output Price/1M
$4.00
Parameters
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Speed
42 tok/s
#313 of 602
Latency (TTFT)
2.9s
Cost per Task
18.3
AA Score / US$ · higher = better
Benchmarks
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) results on the main AI model evaluation benchmarks. Higher scores indicate better performance.
Coding
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA Coding Index | 61.8 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API |
overall
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA Intelligence Index | 31.3 | 100.0 | Artificial Analysis official API |
Information
- Release date
- April 20, 2026
- Tool Calling
- ❌ Not supported
- Vision
- ❌ Not supported
- Audio
- ❌ Not supported
Full Analysis: Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning)
What is Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning)?
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) is an AI model developed by Kimi, classified as a text model. It focuses on text processing and natural language generation. As a proprietary model, it is available via Kimi's cloud API.
Pricing & Costs in 2026
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) is usage-based, priced at $0.95/1M input tokens and $4/1M output tokens. For context: 1 million tokens is approximately 750,000 words, or about 10 average-length books. At this aggressive price point, it is one of the most cost-effective options on the market, ideal for high-volume applications like chatbots, bulk document analysis, and automation.
Benchmarks & Performance
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) was evaluated on 2 different benchmarks, covering categories like Coding, overall. Results show moderate performance across available evaluations.
It's important to note that benchmarks measure specific aspects and don't capture the full user experience. Factors like instruction adherence, behavior in long conversations, and real-world task quality vary significantly between models and aren't always reflected in standard scores.
Recommended Use Cases
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) specializes in text, offering advanced capabilities for creating and processing text content.
Comparison with Alternatives
In the 2026 AI model ecosystem, Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) competes directly with similarly capable models. Kimi competes in this segment against OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Meta. The choice between models depends on the specific use case, budget, latency requirements, and need for features like multimodality and tool calling.
For a detailed side-by-side comparison, use our comparison tool or check the overall model ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning)?
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) is an AI model developed by Kimi. It is a text model.
How much does Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) cost?
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) costs $0.95/1M input tokens and $4/1M output tokens. For heavy usage (e.g., a chatbot handling 100k messages/month), costs can range from $10 to $1,000 depending on volume.
How does Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) compare with other models?
In available benchmarks, Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) scored: AA Coding Index: 61.8/100, AA Intelligence Index: 31.3/100. See the full table above for a detailed comparison.
Is Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) open source?
No, Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) is a proprietary model from Kimi. It is available via cloud API. For open source alternatives, check our open source model ranking.
What is Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) best for?
Kimi K2.6 (Non-reasoning) excels at general-purpose language tasks.
Last updated: September 12, 2026 • View methodology →