MiniMax Image-01 vs 
Nano Banana 2 Lite
Nano Banana 2 Lite is the newer model, released after MiniMax Image-01.
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Price and specs
| Spec | MiniMax Image-01 | Nano Banana 2 Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Input price | — | $0.25/M tokens |
| Output price | — | $1.5/M tokens |
| Released | Jun 2025 | Jun 2026 |
| At 10M a month | not listed | $2.50 |
Input tokens at list price. No caching, no batch discount.
Common questions
What is the difference between MiniMax Image-01 and Nano Banana 2 Lite?
MiniMax Image-01 is developed by MiniMax while Nano Banana 2 Lite is developed by Google AI. You can compare their actual outputs across 17 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.
Which is better, MiniMax Image-01 or Nano Banana 2 Lite?
It depends on your use case. MiniMax Image-01 and Nano Banana 2 Lite each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 17 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.
How can I compare MiniMax Image-01 and Nano Banana 2 Lite on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of MiniMax Image-01 and Nano Banana 2 Lite across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output in a blind duel. Browsing and voting are free. No account is needed to look; signing in only saves your votes and likes.
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