Native 4K without an upscaler
Generate approximately 16MP detail directly, including 4096 × 4096 square images.
MiniMax H3 Image Generator
Native 4K images in seconds. Create from text or edit with up to 16 references.
Creative workspace
MiniMax H3 Image Workspace
Up to 16 images, 20MB per image. JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC or HEIF.
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What Is MiniMax H3 Image?
MiniMax H3 Image is MiniMax’s image generation and editing model built on H3, released with open weights in November 2026. A single checkpoint handles text-to-image, reference-based creation and editing, with native 4096 × 4096 output without an upscaler and up to 16 reference images.
33.1B-parameter DiT · 6 sampling steps · Up to 20MP · Native ratios to 21:9 · Up to 16 references · Open weights on Hugging Face
This site offers 1K, 2K and 4K through Evolink, with aspect ratios up to 3:1.
MiniMax H3 Image Gallery
Explore photographic detail, imagined worlds and precise visual layouts.
Sample images: MiniMax (Hugging Face model card) and fal.ai.
MiniMax H3 Image Editing Examples
Start from an existing image and describe the change. Compare the source with the model’s result.
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MiniMax H3 Image Multi-Reference Editing
Combine 10 references: an empty room and nine furniture pieces become one furnished living room.
MiniMax H3 Image Speed: 4K in Seconds
MiniMax’s published benchmark: P50 latency in seconds, lower is faster. These figures describe MiniMax’s deployments, not a speed guarantee for this site.
| Scenario | H3 Standard | H3 Highspeed | Other published results (seconds) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text to image · 1K | 10.6 | 7.7 | Nano Banana 2.1: 17.0–20.0; GPT-image 2.5: 14.0–27.0; GPT-image 2.6: 9.0; Seedream 5 Pro: 34.4 |
| Text to image · 2K | 10.5 | 7.6 | Nano Banana 2.1: 28.0–31.0; GPT-image 2.5: 21.0–36.0; GPT-image 2.6: 10.0; Seedream 5 Pro: 54.2 |
| Text to image · 4K (16MP) | 16.0 | 10.3 | Nano Banana 2.1: 50.0–51.0 |
| Editing · 1 input · 4K | 18.2 | 12.5 | Nano Banana 2.1: 48.0–54.0 |
| Editing · 3 inputs · 4K | 21.4 | 14.4 | Nano Banana 2.1: 62.0–64.0 |
Actual time on this site depends on queue and resolution. Highspeed is a benchmark variant, not a selectable mode here.
MiniMax H3 Image Features
One model for detailed image creation and controlled editing.
Realistic detail
MiniMax emphasizes natural textures and fine detail without an overly smooth, plastic appearance.
Strong prompt adherence
MiniMax reports state-of-the-art prompt adherence among open-weight models. Its examples include logic puzzles reasoned through on English and Chinese boards.
Up to 16 references
Combine references for subject, room, furniture, materials and composition in one edit.
Aspect ratios up to 3:1
Choose Auto or a common square, portrait or landscape ratio, including 21:9.
Automatic prompt enhancement
Short prompts in different languages are expanded into detailed English descriptions automatically.
MiniMax H3 Image Sizes and Resolutions
Resolution sets the pixel budget. The API determines exact dimensions for the selected ratio.
| Ratio | 1K | 2K | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixel budget | ≈1MP | ≈4MP | ≈16.8MP |
| 1:1 | ≈1024 × 1024 | 2048 × 2048 | 4096 × 4096 |
| 4:3 | ≈1MP | 2368 × 1760 | 4736 × 3552 |
| 16:9 | ≈1MP | 2720 × 1536 | 5472 × 3072 |
| 3:1 | ≈1MP | 3552 × 1184 | 7104 × 2368 |
| Credits per image | 8 | 12 | 16 |
How to Use MiniMax H3 Image
Three steps from an idea to a downloadable image.
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Describe
Write the subject, setting and lighting. Put exact text in quotes.
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Add references
Optionally upload up to 16 images. For editing, say what to change and keep.
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Generate and download
Pick a ratio and resolution, review credits, generate and download from your workspace.
MiniMax H3 Image vs GPT Image 2 and Nano Banana
Compare supported output and reference limits. Speed figures come from MiniMax’s published benchmark.
| Model | Maximum output offered here | References | Open weights |
|---|---|---|---|
| MiniMax H3 Image | 4K | 16 | Yes, community license |
| GPT Image 2 | 4K | 16 | No |
| Nano Banana Pro | 4K | 14 | No |
MiniMax H3 Image Use Cases
Build a visual direction across products, worlds, typography and stories.
Product & e-commerce
Stage a sofa or explain a watch through an exploded view.
Game & concept art
Explore cliffside cities, environments and imagined worlds.
Posters, menus & text
Plan layouts with readable lettering and a clear hierarchy.
Editorial & surreal
Visualize an impossible library or a striking editorial concept.
Video keyframes
Design a still frame with the light, atmosphere and action your story needs.
MiniMax H3 Image Pricing
Pay per image. The same resolution costs the same number of credits for generation and editing.
1K
8
Credits per image
2K
12
Credits per image
4K
16
Credits per image
Trial credits are available when the signup bonus is enabled. Check the sign-up offer before registering.
View plans and credit packsMiniMax H3 Image FAQ
What is MiniMax H3 Image?
A MiniMax H3-based image model that unifies text-to-image and reference-based editing, with open weights and native 4K output.
Is it free to try?
Trial credits are available when the signup bonus is enabled. Check the sign-up offer before registering.
How many credits does each image cost?
1K: 8 credits; 2K: 12 credits; 4K: 16 credits per image. Editing uses the same rates.
What resolutions and sizes are supported?
Choose 1K, 2K or 4K and Auto or a common ratio up to 3:1. At 4K, square output is 4096 × 4096.
How many reference images can I use?
Up to 16 per request. Use references for subjects, style, composition or objects to include in the result.
Can I write prompts in Chinese or other languages?
Yes. Automatic prompt enhancement expands short prompts in different languages into a detailed English description.
Is MiniMax H3 Image open source?
Its weights are available on Hugging Face under the MiniMax H3-Image Community License. Self-hosting has its own terms; read the license before use.
How long are my images kept?
Successful results are copied from the provider to our storage and accessed through account-checked links. Provider URLs expire after 24 hours. References can be reused for 30 days. Generated outputs currently have no automatic deletion deadline; download a copy for safekeeping.
Is this the official MiniMax site?
No. H3 Image is an independent service that accesses the model through an API provider. We are not affiliated with MiniMax.
Start Creating with MiniMax H3 Image
A prompt, a reference or a room full of ideas. Make the next image yours.
Sources: MiniMax blog · Hugging Face model card