Sora 2 Pro vs Grok Imagine Video
OpenAI's cinematic audio-video vs xAI's fast generation. 200 vs 80 credits.
Grok Imagine Video is no longer offered on Melies. Sora 2 Pro is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Sora 2 Pro from OpenAI and Grok Imagine Video from xAI represent two different approaches to AI video generation. OpenAI's flagship video model with native synchronized audio and cinematic quality. On the other side, xAI's #1 ranked video model with native audio, fast generation, and cinematic quality.
At 80 credits, Grok Imagine Video costs 120 credits less than Sora 2 Pro (200 credits). Grok Imagine Video is no longer offered on Melies. Sora 2 Pro is, along with the other current video models listed on the pricing page.
Updated November 2026
Grok Imagine Video is no longer offered on Melies, so Sora 2 Pro is the one you can use here. At 200 credits, it is a fit for cinematic video with dialogue. For other options, compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Sora 2 Pro vs Grok Imagine Video: How They Compare
 Sora 2 Pro |  Grok Imagine Video | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | OpenAI | xAI |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Mar 2026 |
| Cost | 200 | 80 |
| Speed | Slower | Fast |
| Max duration | 12 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | 480p, 720p |
Sora 2 Pro vs Grok Imagine Video: Cost Comparison
Grok Imagine Video is 60% cheaper than Sora 2 Pro. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Sora 2 Pro | Grok Imagine Video |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 1,000 | 400 |
| 10 videos | 2,000 | 800 |
| 25 videos | 5,000 | 2,000 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Sora 2 Pro
- + Cinematic video with dialogue
- + Longer videos (up to 12s)
- + Native synchronized audio generation
- + Dialogue lip-syncing
- + Up to 12-second clips
- - More expensive (200 vs 80 credits)
- - Slower generation
Grok Imagine Video
- + More affordable (80 vs 200 credits)
- + Faster generation speed
- + Fast cinematic video with sound
- + #1 on multiple video leaderboards
- + Native audio-video generation
- - Shorter max duration (10s vs 12s)
Sora 2 Pro vs Grok Imagine Video: Which to Pick?
Longer clips for storytelling
Sora 2 Pro supports up to 12 second clips, giving you more room for complete scenes.
Cinematic quality for a hero clip
Sora 2 Pro is the premium option when every frame counts — final cuts, presentations, or social media covers.
Sora 2 Pro vs Grok Imagine Video: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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