MiniMax M1 vs MiniMax M2.1
MiniMax M2.1 is cheaper on output tokens, while MiniMax M1 offers a larger context window. Choose MiniMax M1 or MiniMax M2.1 based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | MiniMax M1 | MiniMax M2.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | MiniMax |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.55 | $0.30 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $2.20 | $1.20 |
| Context window | 1M | 205K |
| Parameters | — | 229B |
| Open weights | — | Yes |
| Released | — | Dec 2025 |
| LMArena (Chatbot Arena) Elo score | 1343 | — |
FAQ
Is MiniMax M1 or MiniMax M2.1 cheaper?
MiniMax M2.1 is cheaper on output tokens ($1.20 vs $2.20 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, MiniMax M1 or MiniMax M2.1?
MiniMax M1 has the larger context window (1M tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.