GPT-image-2 is OpenAI's latest cutting-edge image generation model. Key value adds include better performance, quality, editing controls, and face preservation. (Currently the model's image generation time may be >5 minutes; it is recommended to set the client timeout to ≥10 minutes.) The model supports high input_fidelity and adding/removing one aspect of the image while retaining others. This model includes improvements in aspect ratio, resolution, and editing capabilities.
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FAQ
What inputs and capabilities does each model support?
gpt-image-2 accepts text and image input; gpt-image-2-free accepts text and image input.
Can I call gpt-image-2 and gpt-image-2-free with the same API key?
Yes. AIHubMix serves every model on this page behind one OpenAI-compatible endpoint, so switching between them is a one-line change to the model field — no second account, key or SDK.
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