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Overview

Minimax is an alternative video generation model offering solid quality at a moderate price point. It supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation.
Model IDCredits~Cost
minimax80$0.80

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Quick start

import { createVarg } from "vargai/ai"

const varg = createVarg({ apiKey: process.env.VARG_API_KEY! })

const result = await varg.videoModel("minimax").generate({
  prompt: "a butterfly landing on a flower, macro shot, soft focus background",
  duration: 5,
  aspectRatio: "16:9",
})

console.log(result.video.url)

curl -X POST https://api.varg.ai/v2/video \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $VARG_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "model": "minimax",
    "prompt": "a butterfly landing on a flower, macro shot, soft focus background",
    "duration": 5,
    "aspect_ratio": "16:9"
  }'

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Parameters

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prompt
string
required
Text description of the video to generate.
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duration
number
default:"5"
Video duration in seconds. Typical range: 5-10 seconds.
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aspect_ratio
string
default:"16:9"
Output aspect ratio.
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files
array
Array of { url: string } objects for image-to-video.

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Pricing

ModelCreditsUSD
minimax80$0.80

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Tips

  • Good middle ground between quality and cost — cheaper than Kling V3 but higher quality than LTX.
  • Works well for nature and product shots where smooth, gentle motion is needed.

Wan 2.5

Similar price. Better for character animation.

LTX

Cheapest option at 50 credits. Fastest generation.