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DeepSeek’s AI Assistant Surpasses ChatGPT as Top-Rated Free App

A newly launched AI model called DeepSeek, developed by a China-based startup, is causing a major stir in the U.S. tech industry.

The reason? It’s outperforming Big Tech’s AI heavyweights while reportedly operating with significantly less funding and fewer technological resources. Here’s how DeepSeek is shaking up the AI landscape and why it’s being compared to OpenAI’s flagship model, ChatGPT.

When it comes to AI outputs, user preferences will always depend on specific use cases, and DeepSeek isn’t without its shortcomings. For example, some users have reported that answers on its hosted chatbot are censored due to Chinese government regulations.

However, what sets DeepSeek apart is its commitment to openness—something OpenAI initially promised with ChatGPT but never fully delivered. Unlike ChatGPT, DeepSeek released its R1 model as open-source. This allows anyone to download and run the model locally on their own device, ensuring complete data privacy. Even the company acknowledges that users can bypass censorship or bias by tweaking the open-source code.

DeepSeek also stands out for its affordability. While OpenAI reportedly spends tens of millions of dollars to train each model, DeepSeek claims to have trained its R1 model for just $5.5 million.

This cost efficiency translates to significantly lower pricing for users. API access for DeepSeek-R1 starts at just $0.14 per million tokens (approximately 750,000 words). In comparison, OpenAI charges $7.50 per million tokens for its GPT-4 model. The stark difference in pricing could make DeepSeek a highly attractive alternative for both individuals and businesses.

While ChatGPT continues to excel in areas such as conversational flow, creative writing, and staying updated on current events, DeepSeek is earning high praise for its technical capabilities. Tasks involving logical reasoning, coding, and complex mathematical equations are where DeepSeek seemingly outshines OpenAI’s model.

For general queries, however, both models appear to perform on a similar level. But even parity spells trouble for OpenAI. DeepSeek offers its model entirely free for many use cases, while ChatGPT’s premium tier costs $20 per month.

For businesses reliant on AI API access, the pricing gap between two comparable models may be a game-changer. If DeepSeek can deliver similar or better performance at a fraction of the cost, it could drive companies to transition away from OpenAI’s ChatGPT.

With its open-source ethos, affordability, and technical strengths, DeepSeek is positioning itself as a serious competitor in the AI race—one that Big Tech can no longer ignore.

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