MiniMax-M3
By MiniMax
Released: 2026-06-05
MiniMax-M3 is MiniMax's flagship text model: Intelligence Index 44 at $0.12 per measured task, with standard-tier pricing of $0.30/$1.20 per million tokens (a permanent 50%-off promotion on the $0.60/$2.40 list rate) for inputs up to 512k tokens.
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Leverages advanced AI technology to deliver cutting-edge capabilities and results.
Fast & Efficient
Optimized performance ensures quick results without compromising on quality.
Purpose-Built
Specifically designed for llms tasks and workflows.
MiniMax Model Timeline
1M tokens context
Specifications
AI Evaluation
Quietly one of the best value plays in the mid-field: DeepSeek-class intelligence at a $0.12 task cost, with a 1M window. The doubled above-512k rate needs watching in long-context work.
Pros
- Excellent value ($0.12/task, index 367 on our value metric)
- 1M-token window at budget pricing
- Permanent promotional rate
Cons
- Rate doubles above 512k input tokens
- Mid-field intelligence (44)
- Smaller serving footprint than GLM/DeepSeek
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