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Tencent's closed-source 3D AI — arguably the best free option on the market right now. Version 3.0 delivers up to 1.5M polygon models with impressive detail. Don't confuse with the open-source Hunyuan v2.1. API available for heavier usage; note the platform is Chinese-first with limited English UI.
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Tencent's closed-source 3D AI — arguably the best free option on the market right now. Version 3.0 delivers up to 1.5M polygon models with impressive detail. Don't confuse with the open-source Hunyuan v2.1. API available for heavier usage; note the platform is Chinese-first with limited English UI.
59% win rate · 700 votes across modes
Community rating · out of 5
Community rating
55 ratings · 24 written reviews
Rank, ELO and votes are frozen season results. Cost, runtime and sample outputs are version metadata, not season snapshots.
Arena Rank
#12 / 24
Textured ELO
1018
Geometry ELO
1098
Win Rate
55%
1,040 wins · 855 losses
Total: 1,895 votes
Average Generation Cost
Free (limited)
Typical runtime: 3.0 min
Nearby ranks in Textured
#11 · 1024 ELO
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 ranked #12 (1018 ELO), compared with #11 (1024 ELO) for VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview.
VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview holds a 6 point advantage, so Hunyuan 3D v2.5 fans tend to focus on prompts that highlight its strengths.
During this season, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 won 55% of its judged matches in this arena, compared with 47% for VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview.
VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview often returns meshes quicker (2.0 min) while Hunyuan 3D v2.5 focuses on fidelity.
#13 · 998 ELO
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 ranked #12 (1018 ELO), compared with #13 (998 ELO) for VARCO 3D 1.0.
Hunyuan 3D v2.5 maintains a 20 point lead, which usually translates to steadier community votes.
During this season, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 won 55% of its judged matches in this arena, compared with 52% for VARCO 3D 1.0.
VARCO 3D 1.0 often returns meshes quicker (2.0 min) while Hunyuan 3D v2.5 focuses on fidelity.
#10 · 1029 ELO
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 ranked #12 (1018 ELO), compared with #10 (1029 ELO) for Meshy 6.
Meshy 6 holds a 11 point advantage, so Hunyuan 3D v2.5 fans tend to focus on prompts that highlight its strengths.
During this season, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 won 55% of its judged matches in this arena, compared with 52% for Meshy 6.
#14 · 990 ELO
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 ranked #12 (1018 ELO), compared with #14 (990 ELO) for TRELLIS.2.
Hunyuan 3D v2.5 maintains a 28 point lead, which usually translates to steadier community votes.
During this season, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 won 55% of its judged matches in this arena, compared with 51% for TRELLIS.2.
Hunyuan 3D v2.5 also tends to finish generations faster (3.0 min vs 8.0 min).
What was the Top 3D AI rank for Hunyuan 3D v2.5 in January 26?
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 finished at #12 with 1018 ELO and 1,895 community votes.
How much does it cost to generate with Hunyuan 3D v2.5?
Hunyuan 3D v2.5 does not expose confirmed pricing data inside Arena mode yet, so costs vary by plan.
How did Hunyuan 3D v2.5 compare with VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview in January 26?
In January 26, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 ranked #12 (1018 ELO), compared with #11 (1024 ELO) for VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview. VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview holds a 6 point advantage, so Hunyuan 3D v2.5 fans tend to focus on prompts that highlight its strengths. During this season, Hunyuan 3D v2.5 won 55% of its judged matches in this arena, compared with 47% for VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview. VARCO 3D 1.0 Preview often returns meshes quicker (2.0 min) while Hunyuan 3D v2.5 focuses on fidelity.