video model comparison
Gemini Omni Flash Preview vs Veo 3.1 Preview
Gemini Omni Flash Preview and Veo 3.1 Preview are both current video models, from Google. Gemini Omni Flash Preview is 75% cheaper per video second than Veo 3.1 Preview, $0.10 vs $0.40. On Arena Text-to-Video, Gemini Omni Flash Preview scores 1513 Elo and Veo 3.1 Preview 1364 Elo (Arena, measured September 22, 2026).
Data verified October 12, 2026 · Dataset 2026-10-12
Side by side
Standard-tier prices in effect today. The better value in each row is highlighted.
| Fact | Gemini Omni Flash Preview | Veo 3.1 Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Price per video second | $0.10 (better) | $0.40 |
| Arena Text-to-Video | 1513 Elo (#1 of 4) (better) | 1364 Elo (#2 of 4) |
| Arena Image-to-Video | 1465 Elo (#1 of 3) (better) | 1398 Elo (#3 of 3) |
| Provider | ||
| Release date | June 30, 2026 | October 15, 2025 |
| Access | API only | API only |
| Context window | 1,048,576 tokens | Not reported |
| Max output | Not reported | Not reported |
| Input | text, image, video | text, image |
| Output | video, audio | video, audio |
Scores:Arena · 2026-10-12
When to choose each
Gemini Omni Flash Preview
Best for
- Conversational video generation and editing
Watch out for
- This preview endpoint may change before becoming stable; it generates 3 to 10 second 720p video
Veo 3.1 Preview
Best for
- Gemini API video generation with audio
Watch out for
- Preview models may change and have stricter rate limits
Gemini Omni Flash Preview vs Veo 3.1 Preview FAQ
Which is cheaper, Gemini Omni Flash Preview or Veo 3.1 Preview?
Gemini Omni Flash Preview is 75% cheaper per video second than Veo 3.1 Preview, $0.10 vs $0.40.
Which scores higher on independent benchmarks, Gemini Omni Flash Preview or Veo 3.1 Preview?
Gemini Omni Flash Preview leads on Arena Text-to-Video, 1513 Elo to 1364 Elo; Gemini Omni Flash Preview leads on Arena Image-to-Video, 1465 Elo to 1398 Elo. Scores are independent evaluations, not either vendor's launch figures.
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