Text-to-image and editing
Use /v1/images/generations for prompts and /v1/images/edits when input images are provided.
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GPT Image 2 API
GPT Image 2 is exposed through Pixapi for high-quality image generation and editing with low, medium, high, and auto quality tiers plus custom output sizes.
LatestQuality tiersText to imageImage to image
Pricing details
Transparent usage pricing with no hidden fees. Pay only for successful outputs.
GPT Image 2 · International API price comparison
Standard public rates, USD; 1 credit = $0.01. ≤ indicates the maximum saving among listed scenarios, not every request. Non-positive savings have no badge. International · Checked: 2026-09-06
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1024x1024 low1 / imageSave 20%Official: $0.0125. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
1024x1024 medium4 / imageSave 25%Official: $0.053. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
1024x1024 high14 / imageSave 34%Official: $0.211. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
2048x2048 low2 / imageSave 20%Official: $0.025. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
2048x2048 medium17 / imageSave 24%Official: $0.225. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
2048x2048 high67 / imageSave 34%Official: $1.01. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
3840x2160 low4 / imageSave 20%Official: $0.05. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
3840x2160 medium34 / imageSave 25%Official: $0.451. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
3840x2160 high133 / imageSave 34%Official: $2.005. Reference price uses OpenAI square (highest) 1K rates, scaled by output size for 2K/4K. Output only; input media/text and optional services are extra. https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/guides/image-generation#cost-and-latency
* Final billing follows the actual model output and dashboard records.
gpt-image-2 API facts
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Canonical model idgpt-image-2
Provider shown on PixapiOpenAI
Supported capabilitiesText to image, Image to image
API endpointsPOST /v1/images/generations, POST /v1/async/images/generations, POST /v1/images/edits, POST /v1/async/images/edits
Required request fieldsmodel, prompt
Returned output fieldscreated, data[].url
Starting credit costfrom 1 Credit/image
gpt-image-2 professional API access
GPT Image 2
Pixapi connects gpt-image-2 from OpenAI behind one production-ready API contract, covering authentication, credit metering, response normalization, and dashboard visibility.
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Model ID
OpenAI
Provider
from 1 Credit/image
Starting cost
2
Capabilities
Model features
Production capabilities for builders who need reliable creative model access.
Quality and size controls
Choose low, medium, high, or auto quality and request preset or valid custom sizes.
Gemini fallback friendly
When GPT Image 2 capacity is constrained, compare with Gemini 3 Pro Image Preview or Gemini 3.1 Flash Image Preview.
Unified API contract
Use GPT Image 2 without provider-specific account setup, signatures, or response mapping.
Enterprise stability
Redundant infrastructure, request tracing, and a 99.9% availability target for production traffic.
Fast asset delivery
Generated media can be stored and distributed through Pixapi's global delivery layer.
Credit billing
Track usage and remaining credits from one dashboard across your connected models.
Use cases
Typical workflows where teams connect this model through Pixapi.
High-fidelity creative assets
Generate polished application graphics, campaign visuals, and commercial compositions.
Text and layout sensitive images
Use GPT Image 2 when prompt adherence, readable text, or precise composition matters.
Large-format output
Request 2K or 4K-style custom sizes when your workflow needs larger assets.
Application integration
Embed GPT Image 2 in SaaS products, internal tools, automations, and user-facing workflows.
Batch production
Run high-volume creative jobs with consistent costs, retries, and operational visibility.
Quick start
Connect the model in minutes with the same API key and billing account.
Create an account
Sign up for Pixapi and open your developer dashboard.
Add credits
Recharge once and use the balance across supported models.
Generate a key
Create an API key, choose the model id, and send your first request.
Frequently asked questions
What size values does GPT Image 2 accept?
Use auto, common preset sizes, or custom WIDTHxHEIGHT values that follow the provider limits.
How is GPT Image 2 priced?
GPT Image 2 starts at 1 credit per image. Credits follow the docs matrix: 1K low/medium/high is 1/4/14, 2K is 2/17/67, and 4K is 4/34/133. quality=auto is billed as high.
Does GPT Image 2 support editing?
Yes. Use /v1/images/edits with image URLs in the JSON image field.
