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MiniMax M3 vs Glimpse
MiniMax M3 is 2.3× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. MiniMax M3 accepts the larger context window (1.0M).
Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
| MiniMax M3 | Glimpse | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | Elorian |
| Input $/1M | $0.300 | $0.600 |
| Output $/1M | $1.20 | $3.00 |
| Blended $/1M | $0.525 | $1.20 |
| Context window | 1.0M | 262K |
| Max output | 512K | 256K |
| Released | May 2026 | Oct 2026 |
| Licence | Open weights | Proprietary |
Choose MiniMax M3 if…
- Costs less per token — $0.525 vs $1.20 blended
- Larger context window (1.0M)
- Open weights — self-hostable
Choose Glimpse if…
- Newer model (released Oct 2026)
FAQ
Which is better, MiniMax M3 or Glimpse?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both MiniMax M3 and Glimpse, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is MiniMax M3 cheaper than Glimpse?
MiniMax M3 is cheaper: $0.525 versus $1.20 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.300 vs $0.600. Output alone: $1.20 vs $3.00.
What context windows do MiniMax M3 and Glimpse have?
MiniMax M3: 1,048,576 tokens. Glimpse: 262,144 tokens.
Who makes MiniMax M3 and Glimpse?
MiniMax M3 is made by MiniMax. Glimpse is made by Elorian.