ElevenLabs v3 vs MiniMax 2.8 HD Async
ElevenLabs v3 (ElevenLabs) vs MiniMax 2.8 HD Async (MiniMax), compared on price, context, speed and Arabic support. Both run on thalam through one OpenAI-compatible API, so you can switch between them with a single model id change. At a glance, ElevenLabs v3 is the cheaper option.
Specs side by side
| Spec | ElevenLabs v3 | MiniMax 2.8 HD Async |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | ElevenLabs | MiniMax |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Price | $0.120 / min | $100.00 / 1M chars |
| Speed | Fast | Fast |
| Arabic support | Partial | Partial |
Which should you choose?
- Lower cost, about 833.3× cheaper ($0.120 / min)
- MiniMax audio model (TTS / STT)
One OpenAI-compatible endpoint, one bill. Switch between them with a single model id change, pay per use, credits never expire.
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FAQ
What's the difference between ElevenLabs v3 and MiniMax 2.8 HD Async?
ElevenLabs v3 costs less ($0.120 / min vs $100.00 / 1M chars). Both are available on thalam behind one OpenAI-compatible API.
Is ElevenLabs v3 or MiniMax 2.8 HD Async cheaper?
ElevenLabs v3 is cheaper on input ($0.120 / min vs $100.00 / 1M chars). On thalam you pay per use, so you can route cheap-by-default and fall back to the other only when needed.
Can I use both ElevenLabs v3 and MiniMax 2.8 HD Async with one API key?
Yes. thalam is OpenAI-compatible, so both models are reachable through the same endpoint. Switching between them is a one-line model id change, no code rewrite.