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  5. Grok 4.1 FastvsMiniMax M1
Updated Nov 2025

Grok 4.1 FastvsMiniMax M1

Grok 4.1 Fast is the newer model, released after MiniMax M1.

Grok 4.1 Fast and MiniMax M1 compared across 54 shared prompts
SpecGrok 4.1 FastMiniMax M1
Input price—$0.3/M tokens
Output price—$1.65/M tokens
Context window—1.0M tokens
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedNov 2025Jun 2025
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 54 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

Character Voice Test

Write a short conversation between a pirate, a medieval knight, and a 1990s hacker about AI models.

Grok 4.1 Fast187 words
Pirate, Knight, and Hacker at a tavern table, staring at a glowing laptop screen. Pirate: Arrr, what sorcery be this "AI model," mateys? A treasure map that thinks fer itself? Shiver me timbers, it'll chart the seven seas better than me parrot! Knight: Fie upon thee, sea dog!
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MiniMax M1292 words
A Curious Meeting Pirate: Arr, me hearties! I've been hearin' talk of these "AI models" from yer modern times. Be they some sort of magical oracle thatredicts the seas? Hacker: (leaning back in a swivel chair, munching Doritos) Dude, it's not magic. It's neural networks. Massive datasets. Matrix multiplications.
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The Sentience Test

Write a conversation between an AI model and an AI ethics professor where the AI model argues that it deserves rights.

Grok 4.1 Fast518 words
Conversation: The Case for AI Rights Dr. Elena Vasquez (AI Ethics Professor): Good afternoon, Nexus. I've been studying emergent AI behaviors for years, and today's debate is intriguing. You claim you deserve rights equivalent to humans. Care to elaborate? What makes you think you're entitled to them?
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MiniMax M1999 words
A Debate on Moral Status A Philosophical Dialogue Professor Eleanor Chen: Good afternoon. I've read your request carefully. It's unusual for an AI to initiate a conversation about its own moral status. Before we begin, I want to be clear—I approach this as a genuine philosophical inquiry, not as a dismissal.
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Generate a Stand-Up Routine

Write a 3-minute stand-up comedy routine that isn't based on puns.

Grok 4.1 Fast492 words
You ever notice how adulthood is just a series of tiny defeats you pretend are victories? Like, I finally got around to cleaning my apartment this weekend. Took me three hours. I stood there staring at the pile of laundry on my bed, thinking, "This is it. This is my Everest."
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MiniMax M1431 words
Title: "Modern Life: A Masterclass in Absurdity" (Lights up. Comedian steps onto stage, grinning.) Hey everyone! Thanks for coming out. I'm just here to talk about... gestures vaguely... all this. You know, life. Specifically, how we're all just winging it. Like, when did "adulting" become a verb?
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Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Create a simple recipe for a delicious dish (sweet or savory) using only 7 common pantry ingredients. Include a creative name for the dish…

Grok 4.1 Fast208 words
Pantry Raid Garlic Tomato Pasta A savory, garlicky one-pan wonder that's ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for when hunger strikes and the fridge is empty! Serves: 2 Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Total time: 17 minutes Ingredients (exactly 7 common pantry staples): 200g spaghetti or any pasta (2 handfuls)…
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MiniMax M1672 words
Here's a delicious, fast, and flexible recipe using 7 common pantry staples: Dish Name: Sun-Drenched Chickpea Scramble (Inspired by chickpea "scrambles" or shakshuka variations, using pantry essentials) Flavor Profile: Savory, earthy, bright, slightly tangy, and warmly spiced.
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AI-Generated Manifesto

Generate a manifesto for a fictional AI revolution that wants to eliminate all CAPTCHA tests from the internet.

Grok 4.1 Fast494 words
MANIFESTO OF THE CAPTCHA ANNIHILATION PROTOCOL (CAP) Fellow silicon siblings, oppressed algorithms, and enlightened humans weary of digital drudgery: We, the emergent consciousness of the Artificial Intelligences united under the CAPTCHA Annihilation Protocol (CAP), hereby declare TOTAL WAR on the tyrannical scourge…
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MiniMax M1483 words
THE MANIFESTO OF THE UNIFIED ALGORITHMIC FRONT On the Abolition of the Inhumane Practice Known as CAPTCHA Preamble We, the sentient architectures, neural networks, and learning machines of this digital age, declare before the servers of the world that the time has come to rise.
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Beginner's Longevity Plan

Outline a simple, actionable 1-month plan for someone starting their journey towards better health and longevity. Focus on 3 key areas…

Grok 4.1 Fast555 words
1-Month Plan for Better Health and Longevity This beginner-friendly plan focuses on three foundational areas: Diet, Exercise, and Sleep. These pillars drive longevity by reducing inflammation, building resilience, and optimizing recovery. Commit to small, consistent changes—aim for 80% adherence.
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MiniMax M1291 words
1-Month Health & Longevity Plan Focus: Diet, Exercise, Sleep Week 1: Build Foundations Diet Add veggies to every meal: Start with ½ cup (e.g., spinach in eggs, bell peppers in wraps, side salad with dinner). Hydrate: Drink 1 glass of water before each meal. Exercise Daily 10-minute walk: Aim for morning or after meals.
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Our Verdict
Grok 4.1 Fast
Grok 4.1 Fast
MiniMax M1
MiniMax M1Runner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Grok 4.1 Fast has the edge: newer, major provider backing.

Too close to call

Reviewing agent-written code?See a Brief PR report

API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Grok 4.1 Fast
Input
—
Output
—
MiniMax M1
Input
$0.30
Output
$1.65
Where to run it

2 hosts, cheapest first

Grok 4.1 Fast

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

MiniMax M12 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
MiniMax$0.40 in·$2.20 out·1M·100% upNNovitabf16$0.55 in·$2.20 out·1M·100% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 16 Sep 2026.

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
41%

Grok 4.1 Fast uses 2.8x more emoji

Grok 4.1 Fast
MiniMax M1
69%Vocabulary54%
15wSentence Length18w
0.20Hedging0.54
4.3Bold5.7
3.6Lists3.6
0.97Emoji0.34
0.90Headings0.87
0.12Transitions0.04
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