The Decoder · 10/21/2026, 03:03:15
ElevenLabs Launches Realtime Speech-to-Speech Models for Low-Latency AI Conversations
ElevenLabs released two new speech-to-speech models, Eleven Realtime v1 Max and Mini, designed to optimize response speed and accuracy in AI conversations. The Max variant achieves a 98.8% score on the Big Bench Audio benchmark with a 0.57-second latency, while the Mini focuses on cost-effective natural interactions and turn-taking detection. Both are accessible via the ElevenAgents platform and an OpenAI-compatible Realtime API.
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Oct 20, 2026
Elevenlabs released two new speech-to-speech models called Eleven Realtime. The Max variant scores 98.8 percent on the Big Bench Audio benchmark with a 0.57-second response time. Elevenlabs says no model on the Artificial Analysis leaderboard is both faster and more accurate right now.
On the Artificial Analysis Speech to Speech leaderboard, Eleven Realtime v1 Max sits near the top left corner, combining high accuracy with low latency. | Image: Elevenlabs
The smaller v1 Mini is built for natural conversations at lower cost and can tell when someone's done talking or just saying "mm-hmm." V1 Max targets more complex tasks like customer support.
Both models are available through the ElevenAgents platform and an OpenAI-compatible Realtime API. Pricing is per minute plus token costs, with v1 Max costing more than v1 Mini. Full details are on the Elevenlabs pricing page.