AWS and Azure do not have a fixed schedule for updating their pricing for the DeepSeek-R1 model. However, here are some key points to consider regarding their pricing strategies and updates:
1. AWS Pricing for DeepSeek-R1: Currently, AWS charges users for the computing resources they consume when running the DeepSeek-R1 model, rather than a per-token pricing structure. This approach aligns with AWS's existing pricing models for open-source AI models. The cost is based on the infrastructure usage, such as the type and duration of the inference instances used[2][3]. There is no specific schedule for updates to this pricing model, but AWS generally reviews and adjusts its pricing periodically based on market conditions and customer feedback.
2. Azure Pricing for DeepSeek-R1: As of the latest information, DeepSeek-R1 is not yet fully integrated into Azure's pricing structure. The model is available for use, but pricing details are not formally documented in Azure's standard pricing calculators. Azure typically updates its pricing based on market conditions and customer needs, but there is no specific schedule for updates related to DeepSeek-R1[8].
3. General Pricing Updates: Both AWS and Azure regularly review and adjust their pricing models to reflect changes in market conditions, technology advancements, and customer demands. These updates can occur at any time and may not be specifically tied to a particular model like DeepSeek-R1. Users should monitor official announcements and documentation from these providers for any changes.
In summary, while there is no fixed schedule for pricing updates specifically for DeepSeek-R1 on AWS or Azure, both platforms continuously evaluate and adjust their pricing structures based on broader market and customer factors.
Citations:
[1] https://api-docs.deepseek.com/quick_start/pricing
[2] https://campustechnology.com/Articles/2025/02/04/AWS-Microsoft-Google-Others-Make-DeepSeek-R1-AI-Model-Available-on-Their-Platforms.aspx?admgarea=news
[3] https://www.reddit.com/r/aws/comments/1iejdkq/deepseek_on_aws_now/
[4] https://www.datacamp.com/tutorial/deepseek-api
[5] https://prompt.16x.engineer/blog/deepseek-r1-cost-pricing-speed
[6] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/rarni_%F0%9D%97%A7%F0%9D%97%9F%F0%9D%97%97%F0%9D%97%A5-deepseek-ai-seems-to-have-changed-activity-7290234454634045442-sBTg
[7] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/brijeshakbari_use-deepseek-aws-to-save-90-cost-while-activity-7290608007426539520-XZmQ
[8] https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/2152620/price-for-usage-of-deepseek-r1