Step-3 vs MiniMax 01
Step-3 is cheaper on output tokens, while MiniMax 01 offers a larger context window. Choose Step-3 or MiniMax 01 based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | Step-3 | MiniMax 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | NanoGPT | NanoGPT |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.25 | $0.14 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $0.65 | $1.12 |
| Context window | 66K | 1M |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Open weights | No | No |
| Released | Jul 2025 | Jan 2024 |
FAQ
Is Step-3 or MiniMax 01 cheaper?
Step-3 is cheaper on output tokens ($0.65 vs $1.12 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, Step-3 or MiniMax 01?
MiniMax 01 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.