The model provider is the Sophon platform. DeepSeek V3.1 Fast is the high-TPS speed version of DeepSeek V3.1. Hybrid thinking mode: By modifying the chat template, a single model can simultaneously support both thinking and non-thinking modes. Smarter tool usage: Through post-training optimization, the model’s performance in tool utilization and agent tasks has improved significantly.
DeepSeek V3.1 Fast vs Claude Opus 4.8
Compare DeepSeek V3.1 Fast from DeepSeek and Claude Opus 4.8 from Anthropic on key metrics including benchmarks, price, context length, and other model features. Access both models and hundreds of others through the AIHubMix API.
Claude Opus 4.5 is Anthropic’s latest frontier reasoning model, optimized for complex engineering, agentic workflows, and long-horizon computer use. It features strong multimodal capabilities, improved resistance to prompt injection, and a new Verbosity parameter to control token efficiency. With advanced tool use, extended context, and multi-agent support, Opus 4.5 excels in autonomous research, debugging, planning, and spreadsheet/browser operations.
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FAQ
Which is cheaper: DeepSeek V3.1 Fast, Claude Opus 4.8?
DeepSeek V3.1 Fast: $3.288/M output tokens; Claude Opus 4.8: $25/M. Use the cost calculator above to estimate your own workload.
What inputs and capabilities does each model support?
DeepSeek V3.1 Fast accepts text input and supports tool calling, function calling and structured outputs; Claude Opus 4.8 accepts text, image and PDF input and supports thinking, tool calling, function calling and structured outputs.
Can I call DeepSeek V3.1 Fast and Claude Opus 4.8 with the same API key?
Yes. AIHubMix serves every model on this page behind one OpenAI-compatible endpoint, so switching between them is a one-line change to the model field — no second account, key or SDK.
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