OpenAI
Image generation model
GPT-5.4 Image 2
[GPT-5.4](https://openrouter.ai/openai/gpt-5.4) Image 2 combines OpenAI's GPT-5.4 model with state-of-the-art image generation capabilities from GPT Image 2.
At a glance
- Per image
- Not available
- Output / 1M
- $30
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- 272K
- Released
- Apr 2026
Pricing
GPT-5.4 Image 2 price per image
What one image costs, the underlying API rates, and what bigger batches add up to.
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | Not available |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $30 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | Not available |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | $8 |
Single image
1 image
Not available
Social media batch
50 images
Not available
Product catalog
1,000 images
Not available
Specs
Inputs, outputs, and creative controls
What it accepts, what it gives back, and which controls you get.
- Accepts
- File, Image, Text
- Produces
- Image, Text
- Max prompt length
- 272K tokens
- Reasoning step
- Optional
- Release date
- April 21, 2026
- Image editingAccepts reference or source images
- Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made
- Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step
- Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image
- Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety
Compare
GPT-5.4 Image 2 vs other models
See how GPT-5.4 Image 2 stacks up head to head on price, benchmarks, and features.
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Alternatives
GPT-5.4 Image 2 alternatives
Similar models worth considering, and where each one has the edge.
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MAI-Image-2.6
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does GPT-5.4 Image 2 cost per image?
GPT-5.4 Image 2 charges $30 per 1M image output tokens. The token count for one image is not available, so there is no per-image price.
Can GPT-5.4 Image 2 edit existing images?
Yes. GPT-5.4 Image 2 accepts reference images, so you can upload a photo and ask for changes like a new background, a different style, or added text.
What is the best alternative to GPT-5.4 Image 2?
MAI-Image-2.6 from Microsoft is a strong alternative. It offers: better at image generation, better at image editing, better at graphic design.
Can I use GPT-5.4 Image 2 alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to GPT-5.4 Image 2 and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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