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Grok Imagine Video 1.5 vs LTX-2.5 Pro

Compare Grok Imagine Video 1.5 and LTX-2.5 Pro using the same provider-sourced video generation rubric. No mystery score and no invented benchmark ranking.

Facts checked September 4, 2026

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Estimates exclude taxes, tools, cache storage/writes, free allowances and custom discounts. Image estimates cover output only, not prompt or reference-image charges. Quality modes differ by model. Unlisted settings are not treated as free.

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ModelEstimated total (USD)
Grok Imagine Video 1.5SpaceXAINo reviewed rate
LTX-2.5 ProLightricksNo reviewed rate

Quick take

Grok Imagine Video 1.5

SpaceXAI's current video model for turning text, images, or references into short clips with optional generated speech and sound.

Best for

  • Short sound-on marketing clips
  • Grok-based image and video workflows
  • Reference-guided video experiments

Watch out for

Reference-to-video output is capped at 720p, generated download URLs are temporary, and complex requests can take several minutes to complete.

LTX-2.5 Pro

Lightricks' quality-focused video model for making 720p or 1080p clips from text, images, or audio with native sound.

Best for

  • Short 1080p creative video
  • Audio-led or image-led animation
  • Shot-based production with predictable unit cost

Watch out for

Native audio is on by default and adds creative variables that need review. Test dialogue, voice consistency, shot boundaries, and the exact frame-rate option before scaling a production workflow.

Compare the published facts

Grok Imagine Video 1.5 vs LTX-2.5 Pro

Values use each provider's own published units and limits. A blank means the provider did not publish a directly comparable value in the sources reviewed.

Video generationGrok Imagine Video 1.5LTX-2.5 Pro
Generation priceCurrent list price per generated second or the provider's closest billing unit.$0.08 480p · $0.14 720p · $0.25 1080p / sec$0.12/s 720p · $0.17/s 1080p
Clip durationDocumented duration choices or maximum clip length.1–15 seconds6, 8, or 10 seconds
Maximum outputHighest provider-documented output resolution, with relevant constraints.1080p; references capped at 720p1080p
Native audioWhether the endpoint generates synchronized audio with video.Yes; can be disabledYes; enabled by default
Input modesSupported text, image, video, reference, or motion inputs.Text, image, or references to videoText, image, or audio
Generation timeOnly shown when a provider publishes a range; not a Cody benchmark.Typically up to several minutesNot published

How to choose

Compare the job, not the hype.

Start with the job you need to complete, then validate cost, access, and policy details on your exact provider route.

Grok Imagine Video 1.5

SpaceXAI says API inputs and outputs are not used for training without explicit permission. Default encrypted retention is 30 days; team-level zero data retention is available with feature tradeoffs.

LTX-2.5 Pro

The reviewed public LTX model and pricing guides do not state one complete endpoint-specific retention or training-use commitment. Verify current account and enterprise terms for sensitive media.

Frequently asked questions

Grok Imagine Video 1.5 vs LTX-2.5 Pro FAQ

What is the main difference between Grok Imagine Video 1.5 and LTX-2.5 Pro?

Grok Imagine Video 1.5: SpaceXAI's current video model for turning text, images, or references into short clips with optional generated speech and sound. LTX-2.5 Pro: Lightricks' quality-focused video model for making 720p or 1080p clips from text, images, or audio with native sound.

Should I choose Grok Imagine Video 1.5 or LTX-2.5 Pro?

Consider Grok Imagine Video 1.5 when your priority is Short sound-on marketing clips. Consider LTX-2.5 Pro when your priority is Short 1080p creative video. Test both with your own data and provider route before committing.

Is this Grok Imagine Video 1.5 vs LTX-2.5 Pro comparison based on Cody benchmarks?

No. This comparison aligns provider-published facts for the Video generation category. It does not claim a universal winner or combine incompatible third-party benchmark scores.