Grok Video Upscale Pricing & Cost
Grok Video Upscale is xAI's lightweight video upscale model. Specifically takes 360p source up to 720p at a flat 14 credit cost. Cheaper than Atlas for this specific path but with narrower input/output range.
This page breaks down the credit cost for Grok Video Upscale when called via the AetherWave MCP server from Claude Code, Cursor, Continue, or any MCP-aware agent. Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so the cost is predictable.
Full cost breakdown
Flat 14 credits regardless of input. Specifically upscales 360p source video to 720p. The lightweight Grok video upscale option.
Cost scenarios in USD
Here is what common workflows cost in USD at Grok Video Upscale's rate:
| Workflow | Credits | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 use | 5 cr | $0.03 |
| 10 uses | 50 cr | $0.25 |
| 100 uses | 500 cr | $2.50 |
| Studio sub fits | 340 uses/mo (1,700 cr) | - |
How Grok Video Upscale compares
vs atlas-video-upscale at 7-9 cr/s: Atlas is per-second priced and goes higher (up to 2K). Grok Upscale is fixed-cost at 14 cr but only 360p->720p. Pick Grok Upscale for cheap 360p->720p; Atlas for everything else.
14 cr
Best for: budget 360p to 720p video upscale
atlas-video-upscale at 7-9 cr/s
See the comparison above for when each one wins.
Run aetherwave_list_video_models from Claude Code to see the full live pricing across all models in one call. The MCP rubrics in each tool's description also route the agent automatically when a budget hint is in the prompt.
Where credits come from
You can fund your AetherWave account three ways:
- Free: Starter credits on signup plus up to 80 credits from one-time community quests (Discord, social shares, follow channels)
- Studio subscription: $9.99/mo for 1,700 credits monthly. Cancel any time.
- One-time bundles: starting at $4.99 for 500 credits, up to $79.99 for 9,000 credits. Bundle credits never expire.
Quick install
To run Grok Video Upscale from Claude Code, install the AetherWave MCP server with one command:
Get your free API key at your Profile page (Developer tab). The MCP exposes 31 tools total; aetherwave_generate_video is the one that gives the agent access to Grok Video Upscale.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grok Video Upscale cost per generation?
Flat 14 credits regardless of input. Specifically upscales 360p source video to 720p. The lightweight Grok video upscale option.
How do AetherWave credits convert to USD?
Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so Grok Video Upscale's 14 cr translates to the per-generation figures in the scenario table above. Credits come from a Studio subscription, one-time bundles, or starter credits + community quests on the free tier.
Is Grok Video Upscale worth the cost vs cheaper alternatives?
vs atlas-video-upscale at 7-9 cr/s: Atlas is per-second priced and goes higher (up to 2K). Grok Upscale is fixed-cost at 14 cr but only 360p->720p. Pick Grok Upscale for cheap 360p->720p; Atlas for everything else. The right call depends on what matters most for your workflow: variation count, deterministic output, latency, or absolute quality ceiling.
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