MiniMax: MiniMax M2 vs OpenAI: o4 Mini
minimax vs openai
On price, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.23× that of OpenAI: o4 Mini).
On capability, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 has the higher intelligence index (19) — better for complex reasoning.
Verdict: pick MiniMax: MiniMax M2 on a budget, or MiniMax: MiniMax M2 for output quality. Full details below.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Metric | MiniMax: MiniMax M2 | OpenAI: o4 Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Input /1M | $0.26 | $1.10 |
| Output /1M | $1.02 | $4.40 |
| Blended (3:1) | $0.45 | $1.93 |
| Context | 205K | 200K |
| Intelligence | 19 | 17 |
| Coding | 29 | 26 |
| Math | 78 | 91 |
| Speed | 53 tok/s | 146 tok/s |
| CPS Grade | A | A |
FAQ
Which is cheaper, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 or OpenAI: o4 Mini?
On price, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 is cheaper (blended cost is about 0.23× that of OpenAI: o4 Mini). MiniMax: MiniMax M2: $0.255 in / $1.02 out; OpenAI: o4 Mini: $1.1 in / $4.4 out (per 1M tokens).
Which is smarter, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 or OpenAI: o4 Mini?
On capability, MiniMax: MiniMax M2 has the higher intelligence index (19) — better for complex reasoning. Coding index: MiniMax: MiniMax M2 29 vs OpenAI: o4 Mini 26.
Which one should I choose?
Verdict: pick MiniMax: MiniMax M2 on a budget, or MiniMax: MiniMax M2 for output quality. Full details below.