Is DeepSeek the Next Big AI to Take on ChatGPT?

Everyone’s talking about it: there’s a new AI that took the tech world by storm—breaking records and dominating the app stores in just seven days. It’s faster, cheaper, and already challenging ChatGPT. But is it truly as revolutionary as it seems? In this blog post, I’ll share my findings from testing DeepSeek alongside ChatGPT to see how they measure up. If you’re curious for more details, be sure to check out my in-depth video here:

What Is DeepSeek?

DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company founded in 2023 by Liam Wen, who previously led the hedge fund High Flyer. The company focuses on developing open-source large language models (LLMs), with a budget reportedly much lower than what OpenAI invested in developing ChatGPT.

Their flagship model, DeepSeek R1, was developed with a budget of around $5.58 million—significantly less than the estimated $6 billion OpenAI spent. This was achieved through innovative training methods and optimized resource usage, helping them create a cost-effective AI that competes directly with ChatGPT.

DeepSeek’s pricing is a major attraction:

  • API Access: $0.55 per million input tokens and $2.90 per million output tokens.
  • Free Chat Platform: Users can interact with DeepSeek at no cost, making AI more accessible to a broader audience.

In comparison, OpenAI’s models can cost up to $15 per million input tokens and $60 per million output tokens. If you’ve used ChatGPT Plus, you know it’s around $20 per month—whereas DeepSeek’s main chat offering is currently free.


Features and Caveats

Although DeepSeek is open-source, there’s no guarantee it will remain so forever. Another point of concern is data privacy: any personal information submitted to DeepSeek’s online version is stored on servers located in the People’s Republic of China. For those who prefer more privacy or want full control, the offline version of DeepSeek might be a safer bet. I personally like running AI models locally, and I’ll show you how to do that in an upcoming post.

Is DeepSeek truly “new” technology?
Some skeptics, including Sam Altman, argue that DeepSeek R1 might be a reworked version—or “rip-off”—of an existing ChatGPT model. Whether that’s accurate or just market gossip remains to be seen.


Putting DeepSeek to the Test

I ran several tests to compare DeepSeek and ChatGPT head-to-head:

  1. Letter Counting
    • Both AIs handled a straightforward letter-counting challenge by counting how many times the letter ‘s’ appears in “senselessness.” Each correctly identified that there are six occurrences.
    • Observation: ChatGPT was faster, while DeepSeek took more time but showed its “thinking” process.
  2. Coding a Snake Game in Python
    • ChatGPT produced a working Snake game script almost immediately.
    • DeepSeek generated a functional script as well, but it was slower. Both games ran fine, with slightly different implementations.
  3. PowerShell Scripting
    • I asked each AI to provide a one-liner PowerShell script to list all hosts in a vCenter, returning the name, manufacturer, and model.
    • ChatGPT gave me a succinct one-liner solution.
    • DeepSeek also worked but initially provided extra connection steps. Once simplified, it was perfectly usable.
  4. Censorship Check
    • When asked about Tiananmen Square in 1989, ChatGPT provided a historical overview of the protests.
    • DeepSeek’s online version refused to discuss it, suggesting a shift to math or coding questions.
    • Interestingly, the offline version of DeepSeek did address the question, indicating that the online platform is filtered—likely due to hosting in China.

So, Is DeepSeek Worth It?

DeepSeek shows real promise, especially with its affordable (often free) access and open-source nature. For anyone on a budget—or anyone who wants to experiment with AI without high fees—DeepSeek is a compelling alternative. However, there are some caveats:

  • Slower Responses: DeepSeek tends to be slower than ChatGPT.
  • Censorship: Certain topics are heavily filtered on the online version.
  • Privacy Concerns: Data is stored on servers in China unless you run an offline model.

If you’re comfortable navigating these trade-offs, DeepSeek can be a powerful tool. Otherwise, ChatGPT remains the more polished but pricier option.


Final Thoughts

The AI arms race is heating up, and DeepSeek is one of the more interesting newcomers to keep an eye on. Whether it can truly dethrone ChatGPT remains to be seen, but it’s already making waves with its cost-effectiveness and open-source approach.

For those who want to give DeepSeek a try, remember to watch your data privacy settings, especially if you’re using the online version. If you prefer complete control, running an offline model is often your best bet.

I’ll share detailed instructions on how to run your own AI models locally in my next blog post, so stay tuned to angrysysops.com. In the meantime, check out my video review for a deeper dive:

Thanks for reading, and if you found this helpful, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment. Until next time—happy experimenting!

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