MiniMax H3 and H3 Max: a spec comparison
MiniMax H3 and H3 Max come from one family but work differently. H3 takes pictures and videos as references and renders 768p or 2K. H3 Max takes a first and a last frame and accepts no references or video input, but it renders up to 1080p. Both make clips of 5 to 15 seconds. In H3 Max the sound always comes with the clip.
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MiniMax H3 and H3 Max specs side by side
| Parameter | MiniMax H3 | MiniMax H3 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | MiniMax | MiniMax |
| Versions | MiniMax H3 | MiniMax H3 Max, MiniMax H3 Max Turbo |
| Modes | text to video, image to video, reference images | text to video, image to video, first and last frame |
| Duration | 5-15 s | 5-15 s |
| Resolution | 768p, 2K | 480p, 768p, 1080p |
| Aspect ratios | 9:16, 16:9, 1:1, 3:4, 4:3 | 9:16, 16:9, 1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 21:9 |
| Sound | no switch | no switch |
| References | up to 9 images, up to 3 videos | |
| Price from | from 24 tokens | from 10 tokens |
When to use MiniMax H3
- References: up to 9 pictures and 3 videos per run, while H3 Max takes none.
- Resolution 2K: H3 offers it, H3 Max tops out at 1080p.
- A clip as a reference: H3 takes a video as input, H3 Max has no video input.
When to use MiniMax H3 Max
- A first and last frame: H3 Max takes both.
- The 21:9 format for a wide frame: H3 Max has it, the base H3 does not.
- Resolution 1080p: H3 Max gives it.
- The Turbo version: in ClickBait it costs less than the main H3 Max.
Model pages
MiniMax H3
video 5-15 s, up to 2K
from 24 tokens
MiniMax H3 Max
video 5-15 s, up to 1080p
from 10 tokens
Frequently asked questions
Which version takes a first and last frame?
H3 Max, and Turbo too. The base H3 has no such mode.
Does H3 Max take references?
No, neither pictures nor videos. For a picture as a guide, use the base H3.
Which clip runs longer?
Both versions make 5 to 15 seconds, so length does not tell them apart.
How much does each one cost?
The token price depends on the version and resolution. Turbo costs less than H3 Max, and the generate button shows the exact amount.
How do I know which one fits my task?
Run the same prompt in MiniMax H3 and H3 Max, then compare the result and the token cost. The run button shows the amount before you start.