Qwen
Image generation model
Qwen Image 3
Qwen Image 3 is a unified image generation and editing model from Qwen.
At a glance
- Per image
- $0.03
- Output / 1M
- $7.19
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- 66K
- Released
- Aug 2026
Pricing
Qwen Image 3 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) | $0.03 |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $7.19 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | 4,175 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included |
| Reference imagesPer 1M input image tokens | $3000 |
Single image
1 image
$0.03
Social media batch
50 images
$1.50
Product catalog
1,000 images
$30
Specs
Inputs, outputs, and creative controls
What it accepts, what it gives back, and which controls you get.
- Accepts
- Image, Text
- Produces
- Image
- Max prompt length
- 66K tokens
- Reasoning step
- No
- Release date
- August 5, 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
Qwen Image 3 vs other models
See how Qwen Image 3 stacks up head to head on price, benchmarks, and features.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does Qwen Image 3 cost per image?
A standard ~1 megapixel image from Qwen Image 3 costs about $0.03, so 1,000 images come to roughly $30. Larger sizes cost more.
Can Qwen Image 3 edit existing images?
Yes. Qwen Image 3 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 Qwen Image 3?
Nano Banana 2 from Google is a strong alternative. It offers: better at image generation, better at graphic design, better at logos.
Can I use Qwen Image 3 alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Qwen Image 3 and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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