# MiniMax H3 vs Kling 3.0

> MiniMax H3 vs Kling 3.0 in Nodaro: MiniMax H3 goes up to 2K and only MiniMax H3 takes reference images. See what each model made from the same prompts.

Source: https://nodaro.ai/docs/compare/minimax-h3-vs-kling-3-0

MiniMax H3 by MiniMax and Kling 3.0 by Kuaishou both make video in Nodaro. This page puts their facts side by side, lists how they differ and shows what each one made from the same prompts.

Neither model is ranked. Each one made a single take of each prompt, and one take is not enough to rank two models, so judge the results for your own work.

## At a glance
| Fact | [MiniMax H3](https://nodaro.ai/docs/models/video/minimax-h3) | [Kling 3.0](https://nodaro.ai/docs/models/video/kling-3-0) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Maker | MiniMax | Kuaishou |
| Modes | Image to video, Text to video | Image to video, Text to video |
| Credits | 253–1,507 credits | 297–1,650 credits |
| Per second | from 61.9 credits per second | from 59.4 credits per second |
| Durations | 4–15s | 3–15s |
| Aspect ratios | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9, adaptive | — |
| Resolutions | 2K, 768p | 720p, 1080p |
| Features | Start and end frame, Generates audio, Reference images, Reference video | Start and end frame, Generates audio |
| API type | `minimax-h3` | `kling-3.0` |

## How they differ
- **Price**: MiniMax H3 costs 253–1,507 credits per run and Kling 3.0 297–1,650 credits, depending on the settings.
- **Resolution**: MiniMax H3 goes up to 2K, Kling 3.0 up to 1080p.
- **Reference images**: MiniMax H3 takes reference images; Kling 3.0 does not.
- **In common**: Both support sound with the picture and end frames.

## The same prompts
Both models got the same prompts, word for word. Each result is the model's first take, shown with the settings the run used.

**Prompt**

```
A paper boat drifts down a rain-soaked street at dusk, slow dolly in
```

- **MiniMax H3** · 5s · 1344×768 · with sound: https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/video/minimax-h3/boat.mp4
- **Kling 3.0** · 5s · 1080p · with sound: https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/video/kling-3-0/boat.mp4

**Prompt**

```
A street-food chef tosses noodles in a flaming wok at a night market, handheld close-up, sizzling sound
```

- **MiniMax H3** · 5s · 1344×768 · with sound: https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/video/minimax-h3/wok.mp4
- **Kling 3.0** · 5s · 1080p · with sound: https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/video/kling-3-0/wok.mp4

## Run both on one canvas
To compare them on your own prompt, connect one **Text** node to two **Generate Video** nodes. Choose MiniMax H3 in one and Kling 3.0 in the other, then run the workflow. Each node shows its price on its Run button before it runs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, MiniMax H3 or Kling 3.0?

It depends on the shot. They differ in resolution and reference images, and this page shows what each made from the same prompts, one take each. One take is not enough to rank two models, so run your own prompt on both before you choose.

### Which is cheaper, MiniMax H3 or Kling 3.0?

It depends on the settings. MiniMax H3 costs 253–1,507 credits per run and Kling 3.0 costs 297–1,650, depending on the settings you choose. Each model's page lists every price.

### Which has the higher resolution, MiniMax H3 or Kling 3.0?

MiniMax H3 goes up to 2K, and Kling 3.0 up to 1080p.

### Do MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0 make sound?

Yes. Both make an audio track with the picture.

### Can I run MiniMax H3 and Kling 3.0 on the same prompt in Nodaro?

Yes. Connect one Text node to two Generate Video nodes, choose MiniMax H3 in one and Kling 3.0 in the other, and run the workflow. Each node shows its price on its Run button before it runs.