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Updated September 4, 2026
What Is MiniMax H3 Max?
Create 5–15 second videos from a written prompt, a starting image, or reference inputs. This workspace puts MiniMax H3 Max and MiniMax H3 Max Turbo together so you can choose the right model, resolution, and generation method for each shot.
Use Max when a shot benefits from reference images, video, or audio; an optional end frame; or more controlled visual direction. Use Turbo for lower-credit text-to-video and image-to-video drafts. Both models offer 480P and 768P output with sound generated as part of the video; 2K is available on the standard MiniMax H3page instead.
What this workspace actually does
MiniMax H3 Max Features
Choose Text to Video, Image to Video, or Max-only Reference to Video, then set the model, output, and prompt controls in the workspace above.Text to Video
Describe the subject, action, camera, lighting, style, sound, and ending. Max and Turbo both support text-only generation.
Text to VideoImage to Video
Upload a starting image and describe the movement. Max also accepts an optional end frame; Turbo does not.
Image to VideoReference to Video
Max only. Add image, video, or audio references when the shot needs stronger visual or sound continuity.
Reference to VideoPrompt expansion and output size
Choose 480P or 768P, a 5–15 second duration, and Disabled, Balanced, or Quality prompt expansion. 2K is available on standard H3, not Max or Turbo.
Pick a generation
MiniMax H3 vs MiniMax H3 Max
Standard H3 is the route for 2K delivery. Max is the 480P and 768P workflow on this page.| Spec | H3 on this site | Max on this site |
|---|---|---|
| Highest output | 2K | 768P |
| Duration | 5–15 seconds | 5–15 seconds |
| Text-to-video | Yes | Yes |
| Image-to-video | Yes | Yes |
| Reference workflow | Available | Max only |
| Best when | You need 2K delivery | You need fast 480P or 768P iteration |
Need 2K or the official multimodal lesson? Open the MiniMax H3 AI Video Generator.
Pick a credit lane
MiniMax H3 Max vs MiniMax H3 Max Turbo
Both offer 480P and 768P. Max adds reference inputs and optional end frames.| Spec | Max | Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Text-to-video | Yes | Yes |
| Image-to-video | Yes | Yes |
| Optional end frame | Yes | No |
| Reference inputs | Image, video, and audio | No |
| Resolution | 480P or 768P | 480P or 768P |
| Duration | 5–15 seconds | 5–15 seconds |
| 480P output rate | 3 credits / second | 1 credit / second |
| 768P output rate | 4 credits / second | 2 credits / second |
| Best for | Controlled shots and references | Fast low-credit drafts |
Four steps
How to Use MiniMax H3 Max
Set the shot direction in the workspace, then review each result before refining it.- 1
Choose a mode
Choose Text to Video for a prompt-only clip, Image to Video to animate a starting image, or Reference to Video when Max needs additional image, video, or audio direction. Learn more about Reference to Video.
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Pick Max or Turbo
Use Max for controlled shots, optional end frames, and reference inputs. Use Turbo for fast, lower-credit text-to-video or image-to-video drafts.
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Set resolution, duration, and prompt expansion
Choose 480P or 768P, set 5–15 seconds, then select Disabled, Balanced, or Quality prompt expansion.
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Write the shot and generate
State the subject and setting, action, camera, lighting and style, sound, and the ending constraint. Review the result, then adjust the brief for the next generation.
First-generation settings
MiniMax H3 Max Settings Tips
Start with a short, clear brief and increase cost or complexity only when the shot needs it.| Setting | Starting point |
|---|---|
| Model | Choose Max for reference inputs or optional end frames; choose Turbo for cheaper text or image drafts. |
| Mode | Start with Text to Video, Image to Video, or Reference to Video as appropriate. |
| Resolution | Use 480P for low-cost tests and 768P for a sharper working pass. |
| Duration | Use 5–8 seconds for a first iteration; extend only after the motion is working. |
| Prompt expansion | Balanced is a practical default. Use Disabled for exact wording and Quality for richer interpretation. |
| References | Start with one image when needed. Add more only when they materially improve continuity. |
Pricing and credits
MiniMax H3 Max Pricing and Credits
Credits are calculated from the selected model, resolution, duration, and any references.| Model | Resolution | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| MiniMax H3 Max | 480P | 3 credits / second |
| MiniMax H3 Max | 768P | 4 credits / second |
| MiniMax H3 Max Turbo | 480P | 1 credit / second |
| MiniMax H3 Max Turbo | 768P | 2 credits / second |
A 5-second Turbo generation at 480P costs 5 credits. An 8-second Max generation at 768P costs 32 credits. For Max reference-to-video, the first reference image is included and each additional image costs 3 credits. Reference video time costs 2 credits per second at 480P or 5 at 768P.
The workspace shows the total before generation. See available credit packs on the pricing page.
Suggested prompts
MiniMax H3 Max Prompt Examples
Write in this order: Subject and setting → action → camera → lighting and style → sound → ending constraint. For longer writing patterns, read the MiniMax H3 Prompt Guide.Suggested prompt
Cinematic product shot
A controlled tabletop product clip from text.
Max · 768P · 8s · 16:9 · Balanced
A matte black electric kettle on a warm oak table in a small kitchen at night. Steam rises as the camera makes a slow orbit at table height. Soft window light, quiet kettle hiss. End on a centered product shot.
Suggested prompt
Image-to-video product reveal
Animate an uploaded product still without changing the object.
Max · 768P · 6s · Quality
Animate the uploaded product image. Keep the product fixed while dust moves through a side key light. The camera pushes in slowly. Preserve the label and finish on a clean, steady frame.
Suggested prompt
Reference-led character shot
Carry wardrobe and visual direction from reference inputs.
Max · 768P · 10s · Adaptive · Balanced
A person wearing the supplied wardrobe walks through a concrete hallway toward daylight. Keep the supplied styling consistent. Handheld follow shot, natural footsteps, and a restrained finish as the subject reaches the light.
Suggested prompt
Fast social draft
Test a vertical concept with a low-credit Turbo pass.
Turbo · 480P · 5s · 9:16 · Disabled
A skateboarder moves through late-afternoon light between parked vans. Start with a quick snap zoom, then track alongside the board. Warm grain, wheel chatter, no visible logos. End while the skater is mid-ollie.
When Max is the better first pass
MiniMax H3 Max Use Cases
Use Turbo for economical first passes, then use Max when the chosen direction needs more control or references.Previsualization and storyboards
Test camera direction, blocking, and pacing before committing to a higher-resolution delivery workflow.
Social and campaign iterations
Use Turbo to explore quick 5–8 second ideas, then move the strongest direction into Max for a more controlled pass.
Product motion from stills
Turn an existing product image into a moving shot while keeping the object, label, and framing clear.
Reference-led character scenes
Use Max references to guide recurring wardrobe, setting, motion, and sound direction across related shots.
MiniMax H3 Max FAQ
What is MiniMax H3 Max?
MiniMax H3 Max is the Max workspace for 5–15 second AI video generation at 480P or 768P. It supports text-to-video, image-to-video, optional end frames, and reference inputs for more controlled shots.
What is the difference between MiniMax H3 and MiniMax H3 Max?
MiniMax H3 is the standard model page for 768P or 2K output. MiniMax H3 Max focuses on 480P and 768P work with Max and Turbo options in one workspace.
What is MiniMax H3 Max Turbo?
Turbo is the lower-credit option for text-to-video and image-to-video drafts. It does not accept reference inputs or optional end frames, so use Max when those controls matter.
What resolution does MiniMax H3 Max support?
MiniMax H3 Max and Turbo support 480P and 768P. Neither option offers 2K output.
How long can MiniMax H3 Max videos be?
Choose a whole-number duration from 5 to 15 seconds for Max or Turbo.
Does MiniMax H3 Max support reference-to-video?
Yes. Max can use image, video, and audio references for a more consistent subject, product, style, motion, or sound direction. Turbo does not support reference-to-video.
Does MiniMax H3 Max include prompt expansion?
Yes. Select Disabled, Balanced, or Quality. Balanced is the default; Disabled sends your typed prompt without expansion.
How are credits calculated for MiniMax H3 Max?
Max costs 3 credits per second at 480P or 4 at 768P. Turbo costs 1 credit per second at 480P or 2 at 768P. The first reference image on Max is included; each additional image costs 3 credits. Reference video time costs 2 credits per second at 480P or 5 at 768P.
Does MiniMax H3 Max generate sound?
Yes. Sound is generated with the video. Describe the sound you want in the prompt, or use an audio reference with Max when it is relevant to the shot.
