xAI's video generation model. Generates, edits, and extends videos from text and image inputs with native synchronized audio including dialogue, sound effects, and music. Supports multiple creative modes (normal, fun, custom).

Updated September 3, 2026

Credits

65 / clip

Turnaround

~60s / 5s clip

Max clip

15s

Resolution

720P

Native audioDialogue & SFXCreative modesNative audio

Grok Imagine Video sample output

720P · 3-15s

When to pick Grok Imagine Video

The catalog brackets Grok Imagine Video at 65 credits per generation — 13 models cost less, 8 cost more. The ~60s / 5s clip turnaround suits deliberate work — worth the wait when the result is final, wasteful for throwaway drafts. Clips run 3-15s, up to 15 seconds. It generates synchronized audio natively, so the clip ships with sound rather than needing a separate pass. Its catalog tags read native audio, dialogue & sfx, creative modes — the areas where it outperforms general-purpose picks. Reach for Grok Imagine Video when native audio matters most and you would rather not manage a separate xAI subscription to get it.

When to look elsewhere

When cost is the deciding factor, Wan 3.0 Prime at 60 credits undercuts Grok Imagine Video by 5 credits per generation. When you are iterating rather than finishing, Seedance 2.0 Mini returns a clip in ~20s / 5s clip versus ~60s / 5s clip — the faster loop usually wins the draft phase. If a single uninterrupted shot longer than 15 seconds is the requirement, Aleph 2 reaches 30 seconds.

Grok Imagine Video specifications

Vendor
xAI
Credits
65 credits / clip
Turnaround
~60s / 5s clip
Max resolution
720P
Clip length
3-15s (max 15s)
Native audio
Yes
Inputs
text, image
Data policy
Zero data retention

Grok Imagine Video FAQ

How much does Grok Imagine Video cost?

Grok Imagine Video costs 65 credits per generation on FlowAIVideo. 13 models in the catalog are cheaper and 8 are pricier. One credit balance covers every model, so you can spend it on Grok Imagine Video today and a different model tomorrow without a second subscription.

How long does Grok Imagine Video take to generate a clip?

Typical turnaround is ~60s / 5s clip. 10 models in the catalog are faster. Latency scales with clip length, so a maximum-length render takes longer than a short one.

What resolution and clip length does Grok Imagine Video support?

Grok Imagine Video outputs up to 720P, with 480P, 720P available. Clips run 3-15s, with a maximum single-clip length of 15 seconds. The longest single generation in the catalog is 30 seconds on Aleph 2.

Does Grok Imagine Video generate audio?

Yes — Grok Imagine Video generates synchronized audio natively, so the clip ships with sound rather than needing a separate pass. 13 of the 22 models in the catalog do the same.

What inputs does Grok Imagine Video accept?

Grok Imagine Video accepts text, image inputs. Its supported capabilities are t2v, i2v, video-editing, video-extension, synchronized-audio. Supplying a reference image is the strongest way to pin composition and identity.

Can I compare Grok Imagine Video with other models?

Yes — send one prompt to Grok Imagine Video and any other model in the catalog at the same time and compare the clips side by side. Fix the prompt and duration and judge prompt adherence before aesthetics; a clip that looks good but shows the wrong thing is a failure.

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