MiniMax 2.8 HD Async vs MiniMax 2.8 Turbo
MiniMax 2.8 HD Async (MiniMax) vs MiniMax 2.8 Turbo (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, MiniMax 2.8 Turbo is the cheaper option.
Specs side by side
| Spec | MiniMax 2.8 HD Async | MiniMax 2.8 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | MiniMax |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Price | $100.00 / 1M chars | $60.00 / 1M chars |
| Speed | Fast | Fast |
| Arabic support | Partial | Partial |
Which should you choose?
- MiniMax audio model (TTS / STT)
- Lower cost, about 1.7× cheaper ($60.00 / 1M chars)
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 MiniMax 2.8 HD Async and MiniMax 2.8 Turbo?
MiniMax 2.8 Turbo costs less ($60.00 / 1M chars vs $100.00 / 1M chars). Both are available on thalam behind one OpenAI-compatible API.
Is MiniMax 2.8 HD Async or MiniMax 2.8 Turbo cheaper?
MiniMax 2.8 Turbo is cheaper on input ($60.00 / 1M chars 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 MiniMax 2.8 HD Async and MiniMax 2.8 Turbo 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.