ByteDance Seed
Image generation model
Seedream 5.0 Flash
Seedream 5.0 Flash is an image generation and editing model from ByteDance Seed.
At a glance
- Per image
- $0.018
- Output / 1M
- $4.31
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- Not available
- Released
- Oct 2026
Pricing
Seedream 5.0 Flash 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) | $0.018 |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $4.31 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | 4,175 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included |
Single image
1 image
$0.018
Social media batch
50 images
$0.90
Product catalog
1,000 images
$18
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
- Not available tokens
- Reasoning step
- No
- Release date
- October 1, 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
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Alternatives
Seedream 5.0 Flash alternatives
Similar models worth considering, and where each one has the edge.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does Seedream 5.0 Flash cost per image?
A standard ~1 megapixel image from Seedream 5.0 Flash costs about $0.018, so 1,000 images come to roughly $18. Larger sizes cost more.
Can Seedream 5.0 Flash edit existing images?
Yes. Seedream 5.0 Flash 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 Seedream 5.0 Flash?
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 Seedream 5.0 Flash alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Seedream 5.0 Flash and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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