MiniMax’s Hailuo 02 has claimed the #2 spot in global AI video rankings with a 1332 ELO score, decisively outperforming Google’s Veo 3 Preview (1241 ELO). Now available on Novita AI, this breakthrough model generates native 1080p videos up to 10 seconds long with exceptional physics simulation.
The model supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation, making professional-quality AI video creation accessible to creators and businesses worldwide.
Here’s the current Hailuo 02 pricing on Novita AI:
- 6-second videos at 768P cost $0.25 each
- 10-second videos at 768P cost $0.50 each
- 6-second videos at 1080P cost $0.44 each
Why Hailuo 02 Leads the Market

Hailuo 02’s 1332 ELO rating places it just 20 points behind the top-ranked Seedance 1.0, while maintaining a commanding 91-point lead over Google’s Veo 3 Preview. With over 12,533 arena battles and a tight confidence interval (-10/+9), the model demonstrates consistent, reliable performance.
The model’s strength lies in instruction-following accuracy and physics simulation. Unlike competitors that struggle with complex movements, Hailuo 02 handles acrobatic sequences, extreme physics, and dynamic interactions with remarkable precision.
Key Highlights of Hailuo 02
- Native 1080p
- SOTA Instruction Following
- Extreme Physics Mastery
How to Access Hailuo 02 on Novita
Playground Access
The Novita AI playground provides an intuitive web interface for Hailuo 02. Simply log into your account and navigate to the video generation section. Configure settings for resolution (768p or 1080p), upload images for I2V mode, or enter text prompts for T2V generation.
API Integration
Developers can integrate Hailuo 02 using Novita’s REST API. The API supports asynchronous generation with webhook notifications for completion status.
Python Example:
import requests
url = "https://api.novita.ai/v3/async/minimax-hailuo-02"
payload = {
"prompt": "<string>",
"image_url": "<string>",
"duration": 123,
"resolution": "<string>",
"enable_prompt_expansion": True
}
headers = {
"Content-Type": "<content-type>",
"Authorization": "<authorization>"
}
response = requests.request("POST", url, json=payload, headers=headers)
print(response.text)
Video Generation Showcase (768P)
[Zero-G Cooking Show] A chef in a metallic jumpsuit floats beside a prep station. Chopped vegetables drift in slow arcs. A camera tilts as the chef catches each tomato slice mid-air with tongs, plating them on a sticky surface. The host grins as viewers imagine flavor in zero-g.
The camera shoots a modern glass-look high-rise building through a clear glass, the building shimmering with reflected light in the sunlight. The camera then closes in on a window, where reflections on the glass show a bustling cityscape outside. The camera slowly pulls back and through the glass, eventually focusing on a woman in a suit inside the window. She sits in a minimally decorated office, staring intently at a computer screen. Her face appears pensive and introspective in the soft light, contrasting with the hustle and bustle outside the window. The office is decorated in a simple and modern way, emphasizing her focus and introspection.


Conclusion
Hailuo 02’s integration with Novita AI democratizes access to world-class video generation technology. By outranking Google Veo 3 and delivering consistent top-tier performance, this model sets new standards for AI video creation.
The combination of Hailuo 02’s proven capabilities and Novita’s robust infrastructure removes traditional barriers to professional video generation. Creators can now access enterprise-grade AI tools without complex setup or prohibitive costs, positioning Novita AI as the go-to platform for advanced video generation needs.
Ready to bring your vision to life? Start building with the Hailuo 02 API today.
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