MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 vs OpenAI: o3
minimax vs openai
On price, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.15× that of OpenAI: o3).
On capability, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 has the higher intelligence index (21) — better for complex reasoning.
Verdict: pick MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 on a budget, or MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 for output quality. Full details below.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Metric | MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 | OpenAI: o3 |
|---|---|---|
| Input /1M | $0.30 | $2.00 |
| Output /1M | $1.20 | $8.00 |
| Blended (3:1) | $0.53 | $3.50 |
| Context | 205K | 200K |
| Intelligence | 21 | 20 |
| Coding | 33 | 38 |
| Math | 83 | 88 |
| Speed | 45 tok/s | 136 tok/s |
| CPS Grade | A | A |
FAQ
Which is cheaper, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 or OpenAI: o3?
On price, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.15× that of OpenAI: o3). MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1: $0.3 in / $1.2 out; OpenAI: o3: $2 in / $8 out (per 1M tokens).
Which is smarter, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 or OpenAI: o3?
On capability, MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 has the higher intelligence index (21) — better for complex reasoning. Coding index: MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 33 vs OpenAI: o3 38.
Which one should I choose?
Verdict: pick MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 on a budget, or MiniMax: MiniMax M2.1 for output quality. Full details below.