MiniMax Image-01 vs 
Stable Diffusion XL
MiniMax Image-01 is the newer model, released after Stable Diffusion XL.
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Price and specs
| Spec | MiniMax Image-01 | Stable Diffusion XL |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | — | Open |
| Released | Jun 2025 | Jul 2023 |
Common questions
What is the difference between MiniMax Image-01 and Stable Diffusion XL?
MiniMax Image-01 is developed by MiniMax while Stable Diffusion XL is developed by Stability 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 Stable Diffusion XL?
It depends on your use case. MiniMax Image-01 and Stable Diffusion XL 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 Stable Diffusion XL on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of MiniMax Image-01 and Stable Diffusion XL 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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Same lab, same size, long tail
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