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CogVideoX-1.5 AI Video Studio

Efficient 5B Open-Source Diffusion Transformer for Fast Prototyping. Generate cinematic 1080p & 4K video using CogVideoX-1.5 without complex hardware or expensive foreign subscriptions.

Parameters
5 Billion Diffusion Transformer
Resolution
1360×768 / 1080p
Credit Cost
8 Credits / clip
Launch Date
November 8, 2024
CogVideoX-1.5 AI video frame demonstration
Verified CogVideoX-1.5 Generation1360×768 / 1080p · 24 / 30 FPS

Understanding CogVideoX-1.5: Architecture & Capabilities

CogVideoX-1.5 was designed to solve the problem of high GPU resource consumption in AI video generation.

With just 5 billion parameters, it delivers fluid camera motion and up to 10-second generation lengths, making it the most cost-effective model for mass drafting and prototyping.

Technical Specifications

Detailed architecture metrics and rendering parameters for CogVideoX-1.5.

Model Architecture3D Variational Autoencoder (VAE) + DiT
Parameters5 Billion Parameters
Max Duration10 Seconds
LicenseApache 2.0 Open Weights

Strengths & Limitations

Unbiased editorial assessment to help you choose the right model for your project.

Key Advantages
  • Super economical credit consumption (lowest cost per second)
  • Native 10-second duration without requiring video extension chaining
  • Clean adherence to simple cinematic camera commands
Current Limitations & Considerations
  • Resolution ceiling is slightly lower than Sora or Wan 2.1
  • Skin textures on close-up human faces can appear somewhat smoothed
Prompt Engineering Recipes

Tested Prompts for CogVideoX-1.5

Copy and adapt these proven prompt recipes specifically calibrated for CogVideoX-1.5's attention weights and camera token syntax.

Recipe 116:9

Futuristic Architect Flyover

Cinematic aerial flyover of a sustainable solar eco-city with vertical gardens and suspended glass skybridges, bright daylight, clean architectural render.

Camera: Slow smooth aerial descent
India Creator Advantage

How Much Does CogVideoX-1.5 Cost in India?

₹1,599 / mo
approx ($19/mo) · All 10+ Models Included
Direct / Standalone Access

Free open weights, but requires cloud GPU hosting ($0.80/hr)

Requires international credit card, foreign exchange fees, and credits expire.
On VIDEOAI.IN Unified Studio

Only 8 credits / generation on VIDEOAI.IN

Generate up to 150 clips/month on our base creator plan.
UPI, RuPay & Domestic Cards Supported Unused Credits Roll Over Monthly
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Frequently Asked Questions About CogVideoX-1.5

Everything you need to know about licensing, credits, and capabilities.

CogVideoX renders twice as fast and consumes 40% fewer credits, making it ideal for testing prompts and drafting storyboards before doing final 4K renders on Sora or Runway.

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