MiniMax M2.5 vs Kimi K2 Thinking
MiniMax M2.5 is cheaper on output tokens, while Kimi K2 Thinking offers a larger context window. Choose MiniMax M2.5 or Kimi K2 Thinking based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | MiniMax M2.5 | Kimi K2 Thinking |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Meganova | Meganova |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.30 | $0.60 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $1.20 | $2.60 |
| Context window | 205K | 262K |
| Parameters | — | 1T |
| Open weights | Yes | Yes |
| Released | Feb 2026 | Nov 2025 |
FAQ
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.