Hailuo 2.3 Fast overview
Hailuo 2.3 Fast by MiniMax
Built for modern AI applications, it delivers fast inference, stable performance under load, and a flexible architecture that adapts to conversational tasks.
Hailuo 2.3 Fast specs
- Model ID
minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast- Developer
- MiniMax
- Input
- Text, Image
- Output
- Video
- Endpoint
POST https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations
What Is MiniMax Hailuo 2.3 Fast API?
Hailuo 2.3 Fast is part of MiniMax’s optimized model lineup, focusing on low-latency responses and consistent throughput. It supports text-heavy interactions while maintaining compatibility with multimodal inputs, enabling use cases such as document understanding, conversational AI, and structured data processing.
Rather than pushing maximum raw intelligence at the expense of speed, this model is tuned for real-world deployment, where responsiveness directly impacts user experience. Unlike models optimized for single, complex outputs, Hailuo 2.3 Fast performs best in environments with ongoing interaction. It handles iterative prompts efficiently, making it well-suited for chat systems, copilots, and real-time assistants.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | MiniMax Hailuo 2.3 Fast | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Model Type | Multimodal / Text-first | Optimized for conversational and structured tasks |
| Response Speed | High (low latency) | Designed for real-time applications |
| Context Window | Up to ~200K tokens | Suitable for long-form inputs |
| Output Stability | High | Consistent formatting and coherence |
| Tool Integration | Supported | Works with function calling pipelines |
| Deployment Focus | Production-ready | Built for scale and reliability |
Speed Without Instability
One of the defining characteristics of Hailuo 2.3 Fast is its ability to maintain high token throughput while preserving output quality. This allows applications to scale without noticeable degradation in performance.
Long Context Processing
The model supports extended context windows, enabling it to process long documents, maintain conversational memory, and perform multi-step reasoning across large inputs.
Balanced Reasoning
While not positioned as the most advanced reasoning model in the lineup, Hailuo 2.3 Fast delivers reliable logic for most production scenarios, including structured outputs, summarization, and decision support.
Throughput vs Intelligence Tradeoff
Hailuo 2.3 Fast is intentionally positioned between lightweight chat models and frontier reasoning systems. It delivers strong performance across common tasks while significantly reducing response time.
| Metric | Hailuo 2.3 Fast | Typical Fast Models | Heavy Reasoning Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Token Speed | High | High | Medium–Low |
| Reasoning Depth | Moderate–High | Moderate | Very High |
| Latency | Low | Low | Higher |
| Cost Efficiency | Strong | Strong | Lower |
| Stability | High | Variable | High |
Use cases
- Mass content creation for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok), enabling quick, engaging video clips at scale
- Marketing and promotional video production requiring fast turnaround with professional quality
- Animation and cinematic scene generation for short film sequences or visual storytelling
- Corporate and brand communications with branded video messages or presentations
- Rapid prototyping for visual content to test creative concepts efficiently
Hailuo 2.3 Fast API pricing
| Usage | Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Video generation | $0.19 | per 10 sec |
| Additional | $0.247 | per 6 sec |
Prices from the AI/ML API price list, checked on Nov 4, 2026.
Hailuo 2.3 Fast vs other video models: prices
AI/ML API rates for 3 models, per 10 sec.
| Model | Per 10 sec |
|---|---|
 Hailuo 2.3 Fast | $0.19 |
| Hailuo 2.3 | $0.28 |
 Hailuo 02 | $0.28 |
How to use the Hailuo 2.3 Fast API
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1Get your API key
Create API keyexport AIMLAPI_KEY="8f2b4c7d9a1e6b3f…"2Make your first request
curl 'https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations' \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $AIMLAPI_KEY" \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{
"model": "minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion",
"image_url": "https://example.com/input.jpg"
}'import os
import requests
headers = {
"Authorization": f"Bearer {os.environ['AIMLAPI_KEY']}",
"Content-Type": "application/json",
}
payload = {
"model": "minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion",
"image_url": "https://example.com/input.jpg"
}
response = requests.post("https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations", headers=headers, json=payload, timeout=120)
response.raise_for_status()
print(response.json())const response = await fetch("https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations", {
method: "POST",
headers: {
Authorization: `Bearer ${process.env.AIMLAPI_KEY}`,
"Content-Type": "application/json",
},
body: JSON.stringify({
"model": "minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion",
"image_url": "https://example.com/input.jpg"
}),
});
if (!response.ok) throw new Error(`HTTP ${response.status}`);
console.log(await response.json());The request returns a generation id. Poll GET https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations?generation_id=<id> until the status is completed.
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Hailuo 2.3 Fast FAQ
What inputs and outputs does Hailuo 2.3 Fast support?
Hailuo 2.3 Fast takes image as input and returns video.
How much does Hailuo 2.3 Fast cost?
Hailuo 2.3 Fast costs $0.19 per 10 sec on AI/ML API, billed as you go with no subscription.
How is Hailuo 2.3 Fast billed?
Hailuo 2.3 Fast costs $0.19 per 10 sec on AI/ML API, billed as you go with no subscription.
Can Hailuo 2.3 Fast take an existing image as input?
Yes, Hailuo 2.3 Fast accepts image input as well as a text prompt.
Who created Hailuo 2.3 Fast?
Hailuo 2.3 Fast was built by MiniMax.
How do I call Hailuo 2.3 Fast on AI/ML API?
Send a request to v2/video/generations with minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast as the model id.
Is Hailuo 2.3 Fast available through a single API key?
Yes. Hailuo 2.3 Fast is served through AI/ML API, so the same key and endpoint format used for other models applies.
What is Hailuo 2.3 Fast best suited for?
It is designed for rapid image-to-video generation workflows where speed matters.
What is the Hailuo 2.3 Fast model ID?
Use minimax/hailuo-2.3-fast as the model parameter. Requests go to https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations with your AI/ML API key.