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.
Pricing
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| 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
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.