What's the difference between Veo 3.1 Fast and Veo 3.1 Standard?

Veo 3.1 Fast: Optimized for speed - generates videos in 2-3 minutes with native audio. Supports 1 reference image. Perfect for rapid iteration, social media, and quick content creation. Credits: 20 for text-to-video, 25 for image-to-video. Veo 3.1 Standard: Maximum quality with enhanced detail and realism. Generates in 3-5 minutes with native audio. Supports up to 3 reference images for superior character consistency. Ideal for professional projects, filmmaking, and complex scenes. Credits: 75 for text-to-video, 80 for image-to-video.

What video specifications does Veo 3.1 produce?

Veo 3.1 generates videos in 720p or 1080p resolution at 24 FPS with 8-second duration per clip. Each video includes synchronized native audio (dialogue, sound effects, music). Both Fast and Standard models support the same resolutions, with Standard offering superior visual fidelity and more reference images (up to 3 vs 1). For longer videos, use Scene Extension to seamlessly chain clips and create videos 1+ minute long while maintaining continuity.

How does native audio generation work?

Veo 3.1 generates audio simultaneously with video using advanced diffusion models. Simply describe audio elements in your prompt: • Dialogue: 'character says "hello world"' • Sound effects: 'sound of rain falling', 'footsteps on gravel' • Music: 'with epic orchestral music', 'upbeat electronic soundtrack' The AI creates lip-synced character speech, synchronized sound effects, and appropriate background music - all perfectly timed to your visuals. No post-production audio editing needed!

How many credits do I need for video generation?

Our credit system is based on the AI model and generation type you choose: Veo 3.1 Fast: • Text-to-Video: 20 credits • Image-to-Video: 25 credits Veo 3.1 Standard: • Text-to-Video: 75 credits • Image-to-Video: 80 credits Failed generations don't consume credits! All videos include native audio at no extra cost.

Can I use reference images for character consistency?

Yes! Upload reference images to maintain consistent characters, art styles, or visual elements: • Veo 3.1 Fast: Supports 1 reference image • Veo 3.1 Standard: Supports up to 3 reference images Supported formats: PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP (max 10MB each). This is perfect for creating multi-shot narratives with consistent characters, maintaining brand visual identity, or achieving specific artistic styles.

How can I create videos longer than 8 seconds?

Use Scene Extension to create longer videos: 1. Generate your first 8-second clip 2. Use the final frame to generate the next segment 3. Chain multiple clips together seamlessly Veo 3.1 maintains narrative continuity, character consistency, and visual coherence across extended sequences. Users have created videos 1+ minute long (some up to 2.5 minutes) using this technique while preserving audio continuity.

Why do prompts need to be in English?

Veo 3.1 training data is optimized for English prompts, ensuring the most accurate interpretation of your creative vision. English prompts deliver the best results for character actions, camera movements, scene descriptions, and audio generation (dialogue, sound effects, music).

How long does video generation take?

Veo 3.1 Fast: Approximately 2-3 minutes (2-3× faster than Sora or Runway) Veo 3.1 Standard: Approximately 3-5 minutes Actual time may vary based on prompt complexity and current demand. The system provides real-time status updates. Both modes generate complete videos with synchronized native audio - no additional processing time needed.

Can I use generated videos commercially?

Yes, videos created with Veo 3.1 can be used for commercial purposes. The platform provides professional-grade output with native audio suitable for: • Marketing and advertising campaigns • Social media content • Film pre-visualization and storyboarding • Educational and training materials • YouTube and content creation Veo 3.1 is already used by studios like Promise Studios and filmmakers like Darren Aronofsky for professional projects.

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Features

Features of Veo 3.1 AI Video Generation Technology

Native Audio Generation

Industry-first feature that creates synchronized dialogue, music, and sound effects automatically. Veo 3.1 generates complete audiovisual experiences with lip-synced characters - no post-production needed. Sora and Runway can't do this.

Lightning-Fast Generation

Veo 3.1 Fast mode delivers videos in just 2-3 minutes - 2-3× faster than OpenAI Sora or Runway. Standard mode takes 3-5 minutes for maximum quality. Perfect for rapid iteration and production workflows.

Multi-Reference Image Control

Upload up to 3 reference images (Standard mode) or 1 image (Fast mode) to maintain character consistency, art style, or specific visual elements across your entire video. Create coherent multi-shot narratives.

High Visual Fidelity

Professional 720p or 1080p resolution at 24 FPS with realistic physics simulation. Rated best-in-class by human evaluators for visual quality, textures, natural lighting, and lifelike motion.

Scene Extension & Continuity

Extend videos beyond 8 seconds by seamlessly chaining clips. Create videos 1+ minute long while maintaining narrative continuity, character appearance, and scene details across shots.

Advanced Creative Tools

First & Last Frames mode for smooth transitions, timestamp prompting for multi-scene scripts, and upcoming Insert/Remove objects feature. Professional-grade control for filmmakers and creators.

WORKFLOW

Simple 4-Step Veo 3.1 Creation Process

From idea to cinematic video with native audio in minutes

Step 1

Choose Your Mode

Text-to-video or image-to-video with reference images

Step 2

Write Your Prompt

Describe scene, style, and camera movements

Step 3

Generate Video

Process video with native audio generation

Step 4

Download & Share

Download or extend your video

USE CASES

Unlimited Creative Possibilities with Veo 3.1

Discover how Veo 3.1 transforms industries and creative workflows with native audio

Marketing & Advertising

Create compelling promotional content with synchronized audio that captures attention and drives engagement. Complete audiovisual ads in minutes.

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Content Creation

Empower creators with Veo 3.1 professional-quality video content with native audio - no post-production needed. 2-3× faster than competitors.

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Film & Entertainment

Enhance creative projects with Veo 3.1-generated scenes, backgrounds, and visual effects. Used by Promise Studios and Darren Aronofsky's Primordial Soup.

Storyboarding and pre-visualizationConcept visualization for filmsBackground and environment creation

Education & Training

Develop engaging educational content with narrated explanations. Create self-contained learning objects with visuals and audio together.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Veo 3.1

Veo 3.1 is the ONLY major AI video model with native audio generation - it creates synchronized dialogue, music, and sound effects automatically. Sora 2 and Runway produce silent videos requiring manual audio editing.

Additionally, Veo 3.1 Fast is 2-3× faster than Sora (2-3 min vs 10+ min). Human evaluators rated Veo 3.1 best-in-class for prompt adherence and visual quality. It supports up to 3 reference images for character consistency, which competitors lack.