Specifications
Context Window
1.0M tokens
Input Price/1M
$0.05
#211 of 686
Output Price/1M
$0.20
Parameters
—
Speed
300 tok/s
#12 of 525
Latency (TTFT)
1.1s
Max Output
131K tokens
Cost per Task
270
AA Score / US$ · higher = better
Benchmarks
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning results on the main AI model evaluation benchmarks. Higher scores indicate better performance.
Coding
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA Coding Index | 26.8 | 100.0 | — |
overall
| Benchmark | Score | Maximum | Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA Intelligence Index | 23.6 | 100.0 | — |
Information
- Release date
- August 11, 2026
- Tool Calling
- ❌ Not supported
- Vision
- ❌ Not supported
- Audio
- ❌ Not supported
Full Analysis: Nemotron 3.5 Lightning
What is Nemotron 3.5 Lightning?
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning is an AI model developed by NVIDIA, classified as a text model. It focuses on text processing and natural language generation. As a proprietary model, it is available via NVIDIA's cloud API. With a context window of 1.0M tokens, it is suitable for processing long documents such as contracts, books, and complete codebases.
Pricing & Costs in 2026
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning is usage-based, priced at $0.05/1M input tokens and $0.2/1M 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
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning 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
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning specializes in text, offering advanced capabilities for creating and processing text content.
Comparison with Alternatives
In the 2026 AI model ecosystem, Nemotron 3.5 Lightning competes directly with similarly capable models. NVIDIA 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 Nemotron 3.5 Lightning?
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning is an AI model developed by NVIDIA. It is a text model.
How much does Nemotron 3.5 Lightning cost?
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning costs $0.05/1M input tokens and $0.2/1M 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 Nemotron 3.5 Lightning compare with other models?
In available benchmarks, Nemotron 3.5 Lightning scored: AA Coding Index: 26.8/100, AA Intelligence Index: 23.6/100. See the full table above for a detailed comparison.
Is Nemotron 3.5 Lightning open source?
No, Nemotron 3.5 Lightning is a proprietary model from NVIDIA. It is available via cloud API. For open source alternatives, check our open source model ranking.
What is Nemotron 3.5 Lightning best for?
Nemotron 3.5 Lightning excels at general-purpose language tasks. With its large context window, it handles long documents, codebases, and extended conversations.
Last updated: August 18, 2026 • View methodology →