These two models have not been run on a shared Prompt yet, so there is no matched comparison. Each column shows one model on its own clips.
Summary and how to choose
Duration: 4–15 seconds for MiniMax H3, versus 16s or 20s for OpenAI Sora. Resolution: 768P / 2K for MiniMax H3, versus 720p (1280x720 / 720x1280); 1024p (1792x1024 / 1024x1792, pro only); 1080p (1920x1080 / 1080x1920, pro only) for OpenAI Sora. Controls: T2V · first/last-frame I2V · R2V for MiniMax H3, versus T2V · I2V · Video editing · Video extension · Character consistency for OpenAI Sora. Audio: Native 32 kHz stereo audio; accepts reference audio in reference-to-video requests for MiniMax H3, versus Native audio (generated clips include audio) for OpenAI Sora.
MiniMax H3
Strengths: a documented output envelope (4–15 seconds · 768P / 2K), documented generation controls (T2V · first/last-frame I2V · R2V), documented audio support (Native 32 kHz stereo audio; accepts reference audio in reference-to-video requests), published exact per-second API rates, and published input/token pricing rules.
OpenAI Sora
Strengths: a documented output envelope (16s or 20s · 720p (1280x720 / 720x1280); 1024p (1792x1024 / 1024x1792, pro only); 1080p (1920x1080 / 1080x1920, pro only)), documented generation controls (T2V · I2V · Video editing · Video extension · Character consistency), documented audio support (Native audio (generated clips include audio)), and published exact per-second API rates.
Choose MiniMax H3 when transparent exact API pricing, documented generation controls, documented audio output, and its documented duration and resolution envelope matter most. Choose OpenAI Sora when transparent exact API pricing, documented generation controls, documented audio output, and its documented duration and resolution envelope matter most.
No overall output-quality verdict is available for this pairing yet. This summary compares confirmed documentation and pricing only; it does not infer visual quality or rank models.
No shared Prompt for this pairing yet.
The two models have not been run on the same Prompt, so this is not a side-by-side test. Each column below shows that model on its own clips, with the Prompt it was generated from. A matched comparison is published once both models have been run on the same Prompt.
MiniMax H3
no clips published yet
Not run yet
No clip is published for this model, so there is nothing to show on this side yet.
OpenAI Sora
8 clips
Prompt
A 'day in the life' of a cutting-edge urban dance crew rehearsing for a global competition. Showcase their intense training, creative choreography sessions, high-tech stage setups, team dynamics, and the adrenaline-filled moments of their electrifying performance under the city lights.
data/videos/sora/0002_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 2D animated fire dancer twirls blazing ribbons under neon lights in a dynamic, colorful style, the sharp motions and vivid hues mesmerizing onlookers who cheer enthusiastically.
data/videos/sora/0006_sora_1.mp4
Prompt
A 2D animated scene of a kindergarten teacher guiding excited children through a colorful art project, their hands busy with paints and smiles bright, infusing the classroom with joyful creativity.
data/videos/sora/0004_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 2D animation of a brave knight riding a dragon over a mystical mountain range. Vibrant colors highlight shimmering clouds and ancient temples below, with the knight’s armor gleaming in the sunlight.
data/videos/sora/0009_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 3D animated dragon soaring above a medieval castle at sunset, its scales shimmering in the golden light. Flames flicker from its mouth as it navigates through fluffy clouds, casting dynamic shadows below.
data/videos/sora/0011_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 3D animated journey through a magical forest where trees glow with neon colors and mythical creatures roam. The camera weaves between luminescent flora and sparkling streams under a twilight sky.
data/videos/sora/0017_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 3D animated ninja dashes through a neon-lit cyberpunk city, leaping between skyscrapers and dodging holographic billboards. Swords flash under rain-soaked lights as the ninja navigates the bustling urban landscape.
data/videos/sora/0012_sora_0.mp4
Prompt
A 3D animated scene of a luminous phoenix soaring above a twilight cityscape, its vibrant wings illuminating the skyline. Fire trails behind as it navigates between towering buildings, symbolizing rebirth and energy.
data/videos/sora/0010_sora_0.mp4
Clips published by Rapidata.
List-price signal
Checked 2026-09-19
Exact and estimate rows are USD per output second. Rows marked Exact are published provider rates; rows marked Estimate are official examples calculated from token consumption, not fixed per-second plan prices. Plan, credit and token paths are grouped separately. A dash means no comparable checked price.
| Basis | MiniMax H3 | OpenAI Sora |
|---|---|---|
| USD / output second | ||
| 768Pexact | $0.08 | No comparable checked price |
| sora-2 · 720pexact | No comparable checked price | $0.10 |
| 2Kexact | $0.13 | No comparable checked price |
| sora-2-pro · 720pexact | No comparable checked price | $0.30 |
| sora-2-pro · 1024pexact | No comparable checked price | $0.50 |
| sora-2-pro · 1080pexact | No comparable checked price | $0.70 |
| OpenAI Sora: Final published prices, verified 2026-09-19; batch at half rate. The Videos API shut down September 24, 2026 and sora.com closed April 26, 2026 (see sora-sunset, checked 2026-09-28) | ||
This is a price signal, not a quality ranking. Resolution, capabilities, input materials, failed generations, taxes, and regional account terms are not normalized.
- MiniMax pay-as-you-go pricing · checked 2026-09-19
- OpenAI API pricing · checked 2026-09-11
API comparison
6/7 and 7/7 fields confirmed from official sources
Version-level API facts, taken from the provider documentation cited below. Unconfirmed means we have not verified it from an official source — it does not mean the feature is unsupported.
| Field | MiniMax H3 | OpenAI Sora |
|---|---|---|
| Official model ID | MiniMax-H3 | sora-2 · sora-2-pro |
| Duration | 4–15 seconds | 16s or 20s |
| Resolution | 768P / 2K | 720p (1280x720 / 720x1280); 1024p (1792x1024 / 1024x1792, pro only); 1080p (1920x1080 / 1080x1920, pro only) |
| Modes | T2V · first/last-frame I2V · R2V | T2V · I2V · Video editing · Video extension · Character consistency |
| Aspect ratios | Unconfirmed | 16:9 · 9:16 |
| Native audio |
Native output statement is scoped to MiniMax H3; reference-audio input alone does not establish native output for H3 Max. | Native audio (generated clips include audio) |
| Weights license | Community license; EU, UK, South Korea and US excluded | Closed (proprietary) |
Sources · checked 2026-09-19
- MiniMax V2 video generation API · checked 2026-09-19
- OpenAI API pricing · checked 2026-09-11
- OpenAI Videos API docs · checked 2026-09-19
- MiniMax H3 model card · checked 2026-09-19
- MiniMax H3 Community License Agreement · checked 2026-09-06
Where to run these models
This site does not generate video and does not sell generation credits, so it has no reason to prefer either model. To run them, use the provider’s own API or app.
Frequently asked questions
Have MiniMax H3 and OpenAI Sora been run on a shared Prompt?
No. These two models have not been run on the same Prompt, so the columns below show each model on its own clips rather than a side-by-side test.
Can I generate these videos on this site?
No. This site does not generate video and does not sell generation credits; it compares models and links out to each provider. Running these models means using the provider's own API or app.