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Why use GPT Image 2 on OpenAI API?
OpenAI API offers GPT Image 2 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 2 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-2Request example
import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="gpt-image-2",
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 2 Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenAI API | $8.00 | $30.00 |
| Vercel AI Gateway | $5.00 | $30.00 |
Pricing
| Type | Price (per 1M) |
|---|---|
| Input tokens | $8.00 |
| Output tokens | $30.00 |
| Image input | $8.00 |
Capabilities
About GPT Image 2
OpenAI's image generation model succeeding DALL-E 3, released April 21, 2026. Uses an autoregressive architecture with native reasoning — the model plans structure and composition before generating pixels. Supports up to 4K (4096×4096) resolution, achieves ~99% character-level text accuracy across Latin, CJK, Hindi, and Bengali scripts, and generates images ~2× faster than DALL-E 3. Debuted at #1 on the Image Arena leaderboard by a +242-point margin. Powered by the GPT-5.4 backbone. API: $8/M image input tokens, $2/M cached, $30/M image output tokens. ChatGPT GA April 22, 2026; API access May 2026.
FAQ
What does GPT Image 2 cost on OpenAI API?
On OpenAI API, GPT Image 2 costs $8.00 per 1M input tokens and $30.00 per 1M output tokens.
How does OpenAI API compare to other GPT Image 2 providers?
GPT Image 2 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 2 on OpenAI API?
Use the model ID gpt-image-2 when calling OpenAI API's API.
Who created GPT Image 2?
GPT Image 2 was created by OpenAI as part of the GPT Image model family.
Is GPT Image 2 open source?
GPT Image 2 is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.