Overall winner: Seedance 2.5
Its 9.1 overall score leads H3's 8.5 through stronger visual fidelity, motion, anatomy, lip sync and sequencing.
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MiniMax H3 vs Seedance 2.5
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How to choose
Seedance 2.5 is the stronger all-round choice for maximum visual quality, motion and long-form shot sequencing. MiniMax H3 is the sharper value choice when a production needs native stereo audio, dense reference inputs and direct 2K or 4K delivery.
Quick verdict
Choose Seedance 2.5 for the best overall finish and the most reliable multi-shot direction. Choose MiniMax H3 for high-resolution, audio-ready character work with unusually generous reference control and lower production cost.
Value winner: MiniMax H3
H3 combines strong character continuity, native stereo audio and direct 2K or 4K output in one production route.
Reference workflow
H3 accepts a broad mix of character images, video clips and audio references, making it especially practical for identity-led scenes.
Best production split
Use Seedance 2.5 for hero sequences where maximum polish matters; use H3 for reference-heavy, audio-ready variants and high-resolution volume.
MiniMax H3
8.5/10Editorial score
Higher-rated areas: Creative control, Audio & lip sync
Seedance 2.5
9.1/10Editorial score
Higher-rated areas: Multi-shot continuity, Audio & lip sync
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These are MaxVideoAI editorial assessments, not same-prompt test results. The dates below record score updates. MaxVideoAI sells access to the models it covers.
Score records last updated: MiniMax H3 · Seedance 2.5
How we benchmark| Criterion · 0–10 | MiniMax H3 | Seedance 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Follows your promptHow closely the result follows the prompt. | MiniMax H38.6/10 | Seedance 2.59.1/10 |
| Visual qualityDetail, lighting and visible artifacts. | MiniMax H38.5/10 | Seedance 2.59.2/10 |
| Natural movementHow naturally subjects and cameras move. | MiniMax H38.4/10 | Seedance 2.59.2/10 |
| Human appearanceFaces, hands and body movement. | MiniMax H38.1/10 | Seedance 2.58.9/10 |
| Audio & lip syncSpeech, sound and mouth movement in sync. | MiniMax H38.7/10 | Seedance 2.59.3/10 |
| Creative controlHow much direction the model follows. | MiniMax H39.0/10 | Seedance 2.59.0/10 |
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| Criterion · 0–10 | MiniMax H3 | Seedance 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Consistency over timeWhether details hold together over time. | MiniMax H38.4/10 | Seedance 2.59.0/10 |
| Readable textHow readable generated text and interfaces are. | MiniMax H38.3/10 | Seedance 2.58.5/10 |
| Multi-shot continuityContinuity between different shots. | MiniMax H38.6/10 | Seedance 2.59.4/10 |
| Speed & reliabilityGeneration speed and reliability. | MiniMax H37.6/10 | Seedance 2.57.7/10 |
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MiniMax H3
Text to video5 s16:9audio on
- 480P
- $0.33per video · $0.066/s
- 768P
- $0.39per video · $0.078/s
- 4K
- $1.04per video · $0.208/s
Seedance 2.5
Text to video5 s16:9audio on
- 480p
- $1.29per video · $0.258/s
- 720p
- $2.89per video · $0.578/s
- 1080p
- $6.51per video · $1.302/s
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Formats, inputs and controls
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New clip · maximum
- MiniMax H3
- 15 s
- Seedance 2.5
- 30 s
Max resolution
- MiniMax H3
- 480P / 768P / 2K / 4K
- Seedance 2.5
- 480p / 720p / 1080p
Audio output
- MiniMax H3
- Native stereo audio
- Seedance 2.5
- Optional generated audio
Compare all 19 specificationsClose the full specification tableCheck references, audio, camera controls and output formats.
| Key spec | MiniMax H3 | Seedance 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing (MaxVideoAI) | 480P: $0.066/s768P: $0.078/s4K: $0.208/s | 480p: $0.258/s720p: $0.578/s1080p: $1.302/s |
| Text-to-Video | Supported | Supported |
| Image-to-Video | Supported | Supported |
| Video-to-Video | Supported as a reference-to-video input | Supported (video editing) |
| First/Last frame | Supported (start image, end image, or both) | Supported (start image + optional end image) |
| Reference image / style reference | Supported (up to 9 image references) | Up to 30 image references |
| Reference video | Supported (up to 3 video references; 2-15s each and 15s combined) | Up to 10 video references |
| Max resolution | 480P / 768P / 2K / 4K | 480p / 720p / 1080p |
| New clip · maximum | 15 sText to video, Image to video, Image references: 5–15 s | 30 sText to video, Image to video, Image references: 4–30 s |
| Extension · added duration | Not supported | 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 21 / 22 / 23 / 24 / 25 / 26 / 27 / 28 / 29 / 30 s |
| Observed median (30 days) | 56sP90: 109s · Nov 7, 2026 | 200sP90: 437s · Nov 6, 2026 |
| Aspect ratios | Auto / 21:9 / 16:9 / 4:3 / 1:1 / 3:4 / 9:16 | 21:9 / 16:9 / 4:3 / 1:1 / 3:4 / 9:16 |
| FPS options | 24 fps | 24 fps |
| Output format | MP4 | MP4 |
| Audio output | Native stereo audio | Optional generated audio |
| Native audio generation | Supported | Optional |
| Lip sync | Supported | No separate lip-sync control |
| Camera / motion controls | Prompt-based camera and multi-shot control | Not supported |
| Watermark | No (MaxVideoAI) | No (MaxVideoAI) |
Duration choices depend on mode and resolution; check the creation settings.
Observed production times over 30 days; settings and queues vary. P90 means 90% of measured renders finished within this time. These are not controlled speed tests. Measurement method and limitations
Capabilities available in MaxVideoAI. Provider sources below; their verification dates are not recorded here.
MiniMax H3: fal.ai (1) · fal.ai (2) · fal.ai (3) · fal.ai (4) · minimaxi.com
Seedance 2.5: ai.byteplus.com
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MiniMax H3 vs Seedance 2.5 FAQ
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Which model has the higher overall score?
Seedance 2.5 scores 9.1 overall, ahead of MiniMax H3 at 8.5.
Which model is better for multi-shot storytelling?
Seedance 2.5 is the better choice for complex shot progression and high-end sequence continuity.
Which model is better for reference-heavy character work?
MiniMax H3 is especially flexible because its reference workflow can combine multiple images, video clips and audio references.
Can MiniMax H3 generate native audio?
Yes. H3 generates native stereo audio as part of its video workflow.
Where can I compare the current generation cost?
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