MiniMax H3 vs Kling 3.0
MiniMax H3 from MiniMax and Kling 3.0 from Kling AI, compared on what you can feed them, what they output and what they cost here.
Updated October 30, 2026
The short answer
- MiniMax H3 has the lower starting price: 8 credits/s (768P, 4s) against 30 credits/s (720p, 3s) for Kling 3.0. At the same resolution the gap can be smaller; see the table below.
- MiniMax H3 goes up to 2K; Kling 3.0 tops out at 1080p.
- Audio: MiniMax H3 none (silent video), Kling 3.0 optional.
- MiniMax H3 accepts reference videos; Kling 3.0 does not.
- Only MiniMax H3 takes reference images (up to 9) for characters, products or style.
Specs side by side
| MiniMax H3 | Kling 3.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | MiniMax | Kling AI |
| Inputs | text to video, first and last frame, up to 9 reference images | text to video, first and last frame |
| Reference uploads | 9 images, 3 videos, 3 audio clips | none |
| Resolutions | 768P, 2K | 720p, 1080p |
| Length | 4–15 seconds | 3–15 seconds |
| Aspect ratios | 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16 | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1 |
| Audio | none (silent video) | optional |
| Lowest price | 8 credits/s (768P, 4s) | 30 credits/s (720p, 3s) |
Price for a short clip
MiniMax H3: 40 credits for 5 seconds at 768P. Kling 3.0: 150 credits for 5 seconds at 720p. Every price for every length and resolution is on each model's page; plans and credit packs are on Pricing.
Credits per second at each resolution
| Resolution | MiniMax H3 | Kling 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| 720p | not offered | 30 credits/s |
| 768P | 8 credits/s | not offered |
| 1080p | not offered | 40 credits/s |
| 2K | 12 credits/s | not offered |
At the shortest length. Models that bill per video work out cheaper per second on longer clips.
Which should you choose?
Choose MiniMax H3 if
- you want the lower price per second
- you need 2K output
- you want to guide motion with a reference video
- you want to keep a character or product consistent from reference images
Run MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0 on the same prompt
One prompt, the same images, video and audio, up to 4 models at once. Each model is charged its own credits; failed videos are refunded.
Models to compare (2/4)
FAQ
Is MiniMax H3 or Kling 3.0 better?
It depends on the shot. MiniMax H3 has the lower starting price: 8 credits/s (768P, 4s) against 30 credits/s (720p, 3s) for Kling 3.0. At the same resolution the gap can be smaller; see the table below. MiniMax H3 goes up to 2K; Kling 3.0 tops out at 1080p. The fastest way to decide is to run your own prompt on both: the comparison tool sends the same prompt and references to each model at once.
Which is cheaper, MiniMax H3 or Kling 3.0?
A 5-second 768P MiniMax H3 video costs 40 credits; a 5-second 720p Kling 3.0 video costs 150 credits. Higher resolutions and longer clips cost more, and failed videos are refunded.
Can I use the same reference images with MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0?
MiniMax H3: 9 images, 3 videos, 3 audio clips. Kling 3.0: none. On the comparison page, inputs a model can't take grey it out instead of sending a job that would fail.
Do MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0 generate sound?
MiniMax H3: none (silent video). Kling 3.0: optional.
Which is better for vertical TikTok or Reels videos?
Both can make vertical video when 9:16 is in their aspect ratios. MiniMax H3: 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16. Kling 3.0: 16:9, 9:16, 1:1. "Set by the model" means it frames the video from your input image.
Can I try MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0 on the same prompt here?
Yes. The comparison tool on this page has both models selected: write a prompt, add the same images or reference video if you like, and press Generate. Each model is charged its own credits, and you can add up to two more models.
Sources
Specs and prices come from the models as offered in our generator (updated October 30, 2026). Makers' pages: MiniMax, Kling AI.