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Why use GPT Image 1 Mini on OpenAI API?
OpenAI API offers GPT Image 1 Mini with competitive pricing. OpenAI is a leading AI research and deployment company dedicated to developing safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence (AGI) for humanity.
Compare GPT Image 1 Mini across 2 providers to find the best fit for your use caseSetup recipe
Python + curlpip install openaiexport OPENAI_API_KEY=...import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(gpt-image-1-miniRequest example
import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="gpt-image-1-mini",
messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)Gotchas
- Use the model slug directly, e.g. "gpt-4o" or "gpt-4.1-mini".
- The examples expect OPENAI_API_KEY; rename it only if your application config maps the new variable.
Compare GPT Image 1 Mini Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenAI API | — | — |
| Vercel AI Gateway | $2.00 | $8.00 |
Pricing
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| 1024x1024 image | Low $0.005 / Medium $0.011 / High $0.036 |
| Portrait / landscape image | Low $0.006 / Medium $0.015 / High $0.052 |
Capabilities
About GPT Image 1 Mini
GPT Image 1 Mini is OpenAI's cost-efficient image generation model, released at OpenAI DevDay 2025 on October 6, 2025. Approximately 80% cheaper than GPT Image 1 with per-image pricing at $0.005/$0.011/$0.036 (low/medium/high, 1024×1024). Targets high-volume, cost-sensitive API workflows. Supports the same quality tiers as the main GPT Image line.
FAQ
How does OpenAI API compare to other GPT Image 1 Mini providers?
GPT Image 1 Mini is available from 2 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $2/1M tokens from Vercel AI Gateway.
What API model ID do I use for GPT Image 1 Mini on OpenAI API?
Use the model ID gpt-image-1-mini when calling OpenAI API's API.
Who created GPT Image 1 Mini?
GPT Image 1 Mini was created by OpenAI as part of the GPT Image model family.
Is GPT Image 1 Mini open source?
GPT Image 1 Mini is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.