Runway Gen-4

Runway's fourth-generation video generation model featuring unprecedented character consistency from single images, realistic physics simulation, and ultra-fast generation (Turbo: 30 seconds). excels in professional editing tools and rapid iteration.

March 31, 2025
RunwayML

Convert creative concepts into optimized runway prompts for leading AI video models

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Describe
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Style
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Control
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Generate
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Your Creative Idea

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Visual Style

Universal

Versatile style for all content types

Cinematic

Movie-quality dramatic visuals

Sci-Fi

Futuristic tech and imaginative concepts

Nature

Organic environments and natural beauty

Product

Professional commercial presentation

3D Animation

Professional 3D animated visuals

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Control Level

Light Control

Natural, descriptive language

Deep Control

Technical specifications for precision

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Your Professional Prompt

Professional Tips

  • Be specific about scenes, emotions, and visual elements
  • Include camera movements and lighting preferences
  • Reference film styles for aesthetic guidance

Single-Image Consistency

Revolutionary system maintaining perfect character appearance, clothing, and proportions across all camera angles and lighting conditions using just one reference image.

Professional Toolchain

Comprehensive editing suite including Motion Brush for precise object movement control, Director Mode for cinematic camera control, and advanced post-processing tools.

Generation Speed

Industry's fastest professional video generation with Gen-4 Turbo delivering 5-second videos in just 30 seconds, enabling rapid prototyping and iteration.

Technical Specifications

video Length
10 seconds + 16s via Extend Pro
5 seconds Std
resolution
720p + 4K Upscale Pro
1280×720 (720p) Std
frame Rate
24 fps Pro
24 fps Std
audio Quality
Post-production required Pro
No native audio Std

Performance Metrics

Character Consistency95%
Generation Speed5x Faster
Physics Realism9.0/10

Revolutionary Capabilities

Pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI video

Single-Image Consistency

  • Face Recognition
  • Clothing Details
  • Body Proportions
  • Lighting Adaptation
  • Multi-angle Consistency

Professional Toolchain

  • 5 Motion Brushes
  • Director Mode
  • 4K Upscale
  • Frame Interpolation
  • Video Stabilization
  • AI Super Resolution

How to Create

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Image Input

Upload reference image (required) + text prompt

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Motion Brush

Paint up to 5 regions for independent movement

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Director Mode

Set camera movements and angles

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Generate

Turbo: 30s, Standard: 60-90s

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Enhance

Apply 4K Upscale and Frame Interpolation

Why Sora 2 is Revolutionary

Industry-First Audio Revolution

Sora 2 introduces the world's first native synchronized audio generation system, creating perfect harmony between visuals and sound.

97%+ lip-sync accuracy across 50+ languages
Multi-layered audio: dialogue + effects + music + ambience
Frame-perfect timing for realistic audio-visual sync

Advanced Physics Engine

Revolutionary physics simulation delivering realistic material interactions, fluid dynamics, and natural motion behaviors.

Gravity & collision: Basketball bounces realistically
Fluid dynamics: Water, smoke, cloth movement
Material properties: Glass, metal, fabric interactions

Technical Excellence

4-25s
Video Length
Standard to Pro versions
1080p
Max Resolution
Pro version quality
60fps
Frame Rate
Priority devices
48kHz
Audio Quality
Studio-grade stereo

Perfect Use Cases

🎬 Product Demos

Create compelling product demonstrations with synchronized explanations and professional audio quality

📺 News Broadcasting

Generate professional news anchors with perfect lip-sync and realistic studio environments

📚 Educational Content

Create engaging educational videos with accurate physics simulations and clear narration

🎯 Marketing Campaigns

Develop high-impact advertising content with professional-quality visuals and audio

🎭 Story Narration

Bring stories to life with synchronized dialogue, sound effects, and atmospheric music

💼 Corporate Training

Produce professional training videos with consistent characters and clear instructional audio

Market Position

How Sora 2 stands out in the AI video landscape

Sora 2 Key Advantages

Audio Innovation Leader

Only model with native synchronized audio generation. Perfect lip-sync, dialogue, and sound effects.

Physics Excellence

Industry-leading physics simulation with realistic gravity, fluids, and material interactions.

Personal Identity System

Revolutionary Cameo feature for consistent characters across multiple video generations.

Production Quality

Professional-grade output with 1080p resolution and studio-quality 48kHz audio.

ModelAudioPhysicsLengthBest For
Sora 2
20sShort clips + Audio
Veo 3
141s+Cinematic + Camera
Runway Gen-4
16s+Consistency + Speed
Kling
180s+Physics + Duration

✅ Runway Gen-4 Advantages:

  • • Fast generation, deep tool integration, strong editing capabilities

❌ Runway Gen-4 Limitations:

  • No audio, only 10 seconds, relatively high cost

Pricing Plans

Free Plan

$0
  • 125 Credits (One-time)
  • 720p Resolution
  • Watermarked
  • Basic Features
POPULAR

Standard Plan

$12/month

Unlock full creative potential

  • 625 Credits/Month
  • 1080p Resolution
  • No Watermark
  • Faster Queue

Pro Plan

$28/month
  • 2,250 Credits
  • 4K Upscale
  • Priority Processing
  • Advanced Tools

Official Resources

Access the official RunwayML platform for the latest features and documentation

Future Roadmap

2026

Native Audio

Built-in audio generation synchronized with video

2026

Longer Generation

15-30 second single video generation

2026

4K Native

Direct 4K output without upscaling

2026

Real-time Editing

Edit videos during generation process

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