AI image model comparison
Seedream 5.0 Flash vs GPT Image 2.5 Flare
Side by side comparison of Seedream 5.0 Flash and GPT Image 2.5 Flare on image quality, cost per image, editing features, and more.
Seedream 5.0 Flash is an image generation and editing model from ByteDance Seed.
- Per image
- $0.018
- Output / 1M
- $4.31
- Image Elo
- Not available
GPT Image 2.5 Flare is an image generation and editing model from OpenAI, positioned as the speed-oriented tier of the GPT Image 2.5 series.
- Per image
- Not available
- Output / 1M
- $30
- Image Elo
- Not available
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At a glance
Quick verdict
Which model wins on the things that matter most when you're making images.
Cheaper per image
Not available
Only one lists a per-image price
Better image quality
Not available
Not enough arena data
Better at editing
Not available
Not enough arena data
Newer release
Seedream 5.0 Flash
Released October 1, 2026
Pricing
Seedream 5.0 Flash vs GPT Image 2.5 Flare price per image
What each image actually costs, plus the underlying API rates. Cheaper option highlighted.
| Metric |  GPT Image 2.5 Flare | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | $0.018 | Not available |
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $4.31 | $30 |
| Tokens per imageHow many image tokens one ~1MP image uses | 4,175 | Not available |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included | $8 |
What it costs in practice
Estimated totals at standard resolution.
Single image
1 image
GPT Image 2.5 FlareNot availableSocial media batch
50 images
GPT Image 2.5 FlareNot availableProduct catalog
1,000 images
GPT Image 2.5 FlareNot availableSpecs
Inputs, outputs, and limits
What each model accepts, what it gives back, and how long your prompt can be.
| Metric | GPT Image 2.5 Flare | |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts | Image, Text | Image, Text |
| Produces | Image | Image |
| Max prompt lengthText plus reference images | Not available tokens | 400K tokens |
| Reasoning step | No | No |
| Release date | October 1, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
Features
Supported features
Creative controls available for each model.
| Metric | GPT Image 2.5 Flare | |
|---|---|---|
| Image editingAccepts reference or source images | Supported | Supported |
| Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made | Not supported | Not supported |
| Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step | Not supported | Not supported |
| Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image | Not supported | Supported |
| Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety | Supported | Not supported |
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can Seedream 5.0 Flash and GPT Image 2.5 Flare edit existing images?
Yes. Both accept reference images, so you can upload a photo and ask for changes like a new background, different lighting, or added text.
Can I use Seedream 5.0 Flash and GPT Image 2.5 Flare at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to multiple image models at once, so you can see Seedream 5.0 Flash and GPT Image 2.5 Flare results side by side and keep the one you like.
Why choose? Generate with both.
Send one prompt to Seedream 5.0 Flash and GPT Image 2.5 Flare at the same time. See both images side by side and keep the one you like.