Claude Model 3 Early: benchmark results
Anthropic internal snapshot reported as 'Model 3 Early' in METR's November 5, 2026 AECI assessment. This report-specific identity remains distinct from other snapshots and released products. The source establishes private access, not a public release date; plotted dates describe availability to most Anthropic employees. Provider: Anthropic. Access: Private.
Aggregate Rating 1954 ± 39, rank #8 of 10916 rated models, from 1 benchmark results.
Strongest benchmark results
| Benchmark | Score | Metric | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthropic ECI - October 2026 Fit (METR Assessment) | 176.3 | AECI Score | 90 |
Interactive version: theaggregate.ai/model?slug=claude-model-3-early · How It Works · Data refreshed daily, snapshot 2026-11-08.