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MINIMAX H3 MAX · AI VIDEO GENERATOR
MiniMax H3 MaxAI Video Generator
Create AI videos up to 15 seconds from a text prompt or reference image with MiniMax H3 Max. Iterate quickly on action, camera movement, style, and audiovisual direction for ads, product stories, and short-form content.
MiniMax H3 Max5 sec · 768P · 16:9
GenerateContinue in the AI Shorts video workspace to add references, adjust output settings, and refine the shot.
CINEMATIC STORY
Test cinematic action and camera
VISUAL DIRECTION
Animate a reference image
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Core MiniMax H3 Max capabilities
Ultra-fast video generation
Under typical settings, a 5-second clip takes about 15 seconds to generate and a 15-second clip about 40 seconds. Shorter waits help you review composition, action, and camera movement in succession; actual time varies with settings and task conditions.
From product concepts to social clips, explore more directions in one session and carry the strongest version forward.
Prompt
A streamlined orange concept car crosses a rain-soaked city. The lens begins close on the headlight and water beads, tracks beside the body as neon reflections stretch, then pulls wide to reveal the street.
Output video
Complex shot direction
Place character movement, camera trajectory, timing, and atmosphere in one instruction so multi-element shots stay closer to the intended performance and series style.
Prompt
A woman wearing headphones walks from an office into a field of pink flowers. Her clothing gradually takes on a petal texture as the camera moves closer and petals drift with each step, soft and continuous.
Output video
Cinematic lighting and natural motion
Keep composition, light, material detail, natural motion, and the surrounding scene intact while working quickly, giving advertising, product, and fashion concepts a more finished look.
Prompt
A blonde model in a cobalt coat and dark sunglasses crosses a Paris street corner. A controlled tracking shot holds a medium close-up as late-afternoon light moves across the buildings and her hair.
Output video
Native audiovisual generation
Plan dialogue, ambience, sound effects, musical mood, and movement from the prompt stage so image and sound share one coherent direction from the first version.
Prompt
A café opens at dawn. The door chime, espresso steam, and slow jazz overlap as the camera glides in from the window and lands on a hot coffee beside the smiling barista.
Output video
Up to 15 seconds of continuous storytelling
MiniMax H3 Max can generate up to 15 seconds per clip, leaving room to establish a scene, develop an action, and reach a clear visual ending. Organize the prompt into timed beats to make the story and pace easier to review.
15-second shot prompt
An iced coffee rests on a counter beside a window. From 0–3 seconds, show water beads on the glass in macro. From 3–11 seconds, a hand slowly lifts the glass as the camera follows upward and sunlight passes through the coffee and ice. From 11–15 seconds, hold the full glass in frame as the ice gently clinks against it, with a soft background.
One shot, three story beats
- 0–3 seconds · Capture attention
- Open on a texture or character action that quickly establishes the subject.
- 3–11 seconds · Develop the action
- Let one clear movement carry the main camera direction and product benefit.
- 11–15 seconds · Land the ending
- Hold briefly on the complete product, character expression, or transformed scene.
Text, image, and first/last-frame inputs
Begin with an idea, character artwork, or a defined pair of opening and closing images. Text builds a new scene, image-to-video continues an existing composition, and first/last frames give a transition a clear visual destination.
First/last-frame shot prompt
Use a product line drawing as the opening frame and a studio photograph of the same product as the ending frame. Keep the subject centered with the same outline and camera angle. Gradually turn the lines into a metallic surface, shift rim lighting into studio lighting, and settle precisely on the final frame.
Choose an input for your source material
- Text to video · Build a scene from a description
- Specify the subject, setting, action, and camera for creative exploration, ad concepts, or story previsualization.
- Image to video · Continue the motion from a frame
- Anchor a character, product, or composition with an image, then describe its movement, expression, and camera direction.
- First/last frames · Define both ends of the shot
- Provide opening and closing images so the transformation has a specific visual destination.
MiniMax H3 Max use cases
Ad pitches, product showcases, social clips, and shot previsualization benefit from comparing several creative directions. Here is how different teams can apply these capabilities.
Brand and advertising teams： Turn product imagery, campaign messages, and script directions into several motion concepts quickly.
Directors and creative studios： Previsualize camera direction, pace, and atmosphere so reviews can focus on something the team can see.
Music and performance creators： Explore stage movement, emotion, and visual beats around different performance concepts.
Game and animation teams： Move character art, environment studies, and action ideas into dynamic previews sooner.
Commerce and product teams： Start with a product still and test unboxing, material closeups, and contextual demonstrations.
Short-form creators： Compare opening hooks, vertical framing, and emotional variants while leaving more time for publishing decisions.
What makes MiniMax H3 Max distinct
It brings speed, visual direction, and practical production value into one workflow for teams that do not want to choose between efficiency and expression.
A faster production rhythm： Shorter waits make it possible to test more shots in one session, especially when a pitch or campaign needs several viable directions.
Clearer shot direction： Prompts can combine subject behavior, camera motion, atmosphere, and pace so creative intent is easier to execute and review.
A natural path from render to edit： Keep references, reviews, and useful shots together in AI Shorts instead of losing context while moving between tools.
MiniMax H3 Max vs. MiniMax H3
H3 Max is tuned for rapid iteration, while MiniMax H3 offers a broader set of resolution and reference-input options. The better fit depends on delivery specs, source material, and production rhythm.
| Feature | MiniMax H3 Max | MiniMax H3 |
|---|---|---|
| Model focus | A speed-optimized H3 variant for fast rendering and frequent shot iteration | A complete H3 workflow balancing visual quality, prompt control, and reference inputs |
| Output profile | Up to 15 seconds for short concepts and rapid version comparison | 4–15 seconds with 768P or 2K options, depending on the generation mode |
| Inputs and references | Text, image, and first/last-frame direction for quickly defining a shot | Text-to-video, image-to-video, and reference-video creation paths |
| Generation rhythm | Around 15 seconds for a 5-second clip and 40 seconds for a 15-second clip under typical settings | Better suited to tasks that need higher resolution, complex references, or fuller shot control |
| Best suited to | Ad concepts, product shorts, social content, and shot previsualization | High-resolution delivery, character references, complex camera work, and continuous storytelling |
MiniMax H3 Max vs. Seedance 2.5 vs. Veo 3
| Area | MiniMax H3 Max | Seedance 2.5 | Veo 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core focus | Speed-first short-form generation and frequent creative iteration | Multimodal reference-led storytelling, extension, and longer-form creation | Cinematic visuals, camera control, and native audiovisual generation |
| Inputs and references | Text, images, and first/last-frame direction | Text, image, video, audio, and other multimodal references | Text and image inputs; reference controls vary by version and product surface |
| Clip and output profile | Up to 15 seconds, with an emphasis on reducing short-form iteration time | Designed for longer clips and shot extension; exact specs depend on the access point | Commonly generates 8-second clips; resolution and duration depend on the product version |
| Audio direction | Prompts can plan dialogue, ambience, effects, and music direction | Emphasizes joint audio-video creation and sound references | Native audiovisual generation for dialogue, ambience, and effects |
| Better fit for | Rapid pitches, ad variants, product showcases, and social shorts | Multi-reference narratives, cross-shot consistency, and longer-form experiments | Cinematic concepts, audiovisual storytelling, and polished individual shots |
Each model is built around different creative priorities. Results and available output settings can vary with the prompt, reference material, version, and generation configuration.
How to use MiniMax H3 Max
Go from source material to a reviewed video in three steps.
Open the video workspace- 01
Choose the right starting point
Use text to explore from scratch, an image to anchor subject and composition, or first and last frames to define both ends of the shot.
- 02
Set duration and frame direction
Choose the format, length, and resolution for the short, then check that the prompt describes something the camera can execute.
- 03
Generate, review, and move into the next version
Review movement and pace, then keep the useful result available for the next iteration, storyboard, or final sequence.
Practical reads about MiniMax H3 Max
Explore prompt writing, model selection, and workflow design for more efficient short-form creation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is MiniMax H3 Max?
MiniMax H3 Max is a speed-optimized video model built on MiniMax H3. It is designed around faster text-to-video, image-to-video, and high-frequency creative iteration.
How fast is the reference generation time?
Under typical settings, a 5-second video can complete in about 15 seconds and a 15-second video in about 40 seconds, keeping shot testing and version comparison in motion. Actual time varies with generation settings and task conditions.
Which input modes does H3 Max support?
MiniMax H3 Max supports text-to-video, image-to-video, and first/last-frame creation. Text is ideal for building a scene from scratch, images anchor the subject and visual style, and boundary frames help define a clear transformation.
How long can a generated video be?
Each generation can run up to 15 seconds, covering social clips, product showcases, advertising concepts, and complete single-shot stories.
Which creative projects are best suited to MiniMax H3 Max?
It is especially effective for ad pitches, product showcases, social shorts, character-motion tests, and shot previsualization where several directions need to be compared quickly.
How do I start creating with MiniMax H3 Max in AI Shorts?
Choose text-to-video or image-to-video on this page, describe the subject, action, camera, style, and sound direction, then continue into the AI Shorts video workspace to add references and refine output settings.