MiniMax Hailuo H3 Explained (2026): specs, list price, what it is good for, where to use it
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MiniMax's video model: multiple references, reference audio, native speech and intra-segment cuts — a common drama-segment engine.
Specs
| Segment length | 4–15 s |
| Resolution | 768p / 2K |
| Audio | Native speech + ambience; ≤3 reference clips, ≤15 s total |
| References | ≤9 reference images (surcharge beyond 5); first-frame and references are mutually exclusive |
| Intra-segment cuts | 3–6 cuts per segment executed reliably |
| List price | API list: CN ¥0.8/s (2K), ¥0.5/s (768p); international $0.13 / $0.08 |
| Where to use | MiniMax API (China / international platforms), Hailuo app, PixVerse, SceneMixer |
MiniMax Hailuo H3 vs other video models: seconds per generation
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Good for / caveats
Good for
Dialogue-heavy segments where lip-sync must follow the speaker
Caveats
Large rigid-body motion renders start/end only; no first-frame with references
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FAQ
How much does MiniMax Hailuo H3 cost?
API list: CN ¥0.8/s (2K), ¥0.5/s (768p); international $0.13 / $0.08
How long can one MiniMax Hailuo H3 generation be?
4–15 s · 768p / 2K
Is MiniMax Hailuo H3 good for AI short drama?
Good for: Dialogue-heavy segments where lip-sync must follow the speaker. Caveat: Large rigid-body motion renders start/end only; no first-frame with references.
How do I use MiniMax Hailuo H3 without coding?
Through platforms that expose it: Hailuo (MiniMax), SceneMixer, PixVerse
Sources
Official pages opened while writing; current pricing and features are always as shown on the vendor site.
- https://www.minimaxi.com/ — MiniMax Hailuo H3
- https://hailuoai.video/ — MiniMax Hailuo H3