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Why use GPT Image 1.5 on OpenAI API?
OpenAI API offers GPT Image 1.5 with pay-as-you-go pricing at $8.00/1M input tokens. OpenAI is a leading AI research and deployment company dedicated to developing safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence (AGI) for humanity.
Compare GPT Image 1.5 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-1.5Request example
import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="gpt-image-1.5",
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 1.5 Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenAI API | $8.00 | $32.00 |
| Vercel AI Gateway | $5.00 | $32.00 |
Pricing
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| 1024x1024 image | Low $0.009 / Medium $0.034 / High $0.133 |
| Portrait / landscape image | Low $0.013 / Medium $0.050 / High $0.200 |
| Input tokens | $8.00 |
| Output tokens | $32.00 |
Capabilities
About GPT Image 1.5
GPT Image 1.5 is OpenAI's improved image generation model, released December 16, 2025. Delivers 4× faster generation than GPT Image 1, improved text rendering, precise logo and face preservation, and better instruction following. Approximately 20% cheaper than GPT Image 1 with per-image pricing at $0.009/$0.034/$0.133 for 1024×1024 (low/medium/high). Became the default for ChatGPT Images on release. Supports landscape (1536×1024) and portrait (1024×1536) orientations.
FAQ
What does GPT Image 1.5 cost on OpenAI API?
On OpenAI API, GPT Image 1.5 costs $8.00 per 1M input tokens and $32.00 per 1M output tokens.
How does OpenAI API compare to other GPT Image 1.5 providers?
GPT Image 1.5 is available from 2 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $5/1M tokens from Vercel AI Gateway.
What API model ID do I use for GPT Image 1.5 on OpenAI API?
Use the model ID gpt-image-1.5 when calling OpenAI API's API.
Who created GPT Image 1.5?
GPT Image 1.5 was created by OpenAI as part of the GPT Image model family.
Is GPT Image 1.5 open source?
GPT Image 1.5 is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.