ByteDance Seed
Image generation model
Seedream 5.0 Lite
Seedream 5.0 Lite is an image generation model from ByteDance Seed.
At a glance
- Per image
- $0.035
- Output / 1M
- $8.38
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- Not available
- Released
- Aug 2026
Pricing
Seedream 5.0 Lite 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) | $0.035 |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $8.38 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | 4,175 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included |
Single image
1 image
$0.035
Social media batch
50 images
$1.75
Product catalog
1,000 images
$35
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
- August 13, 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 Lite 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 Lite cost per image?
A standard ~1 megapixel image from Seedream 5.0 Lite costs about $0.035, so 1,000 images come to roughly $35. Larger sizes cost more.
Can Seedream 5.0 Lite edit existing images?
Yes. Seedream 5.0 Lite 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 Lite?
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 Lite alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Seedream 5.0 Lite and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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