GPT Image 1 Mini OpenAI vs Seedream 4.5 ByteDance

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Excellent photorealistic rendering of textures on the book and sphere.
• + Accurate interpretation of 'soft window light' from the left.
• + Clear and logical composition with a well-defined glass cube.

• − The green plant is more 'next to' the cube than 'behind' it as seen through the glass.

Seedream 4.5

• + Perfectly places the plant behind the glass cube, showing realistic refraction.
• + Naturalistic high-contrast lighting that matches a bright window setting.

• − The 'sphere' is distorted and looks more like a heart or a liquid drop than a sphere.
• − The cube geometry is slightly warped on the right side.
• − The blue object appears both inside and outside the glass simultaneously.

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Excellent realism in skin texture and clothing
• + Subtle and natural lighting that fits the 'rainy day' mood
• + The bicycle design and mechanical interaction feel more organic and less like a floating asset

• − Missed the request for motion blur from passing cars
• − Framing is very centered, missing the 'imperfect framing' request

Seedream 4.5

• + Successfully captured the motion blur from passing cars
• + Includes vibrant reflections on the wet pavement that add to the cinematic feel
• + Captures an active repairing motion with a tool

• − The wrench is physically merging with the chain and wheel spokes in a nonsensical way
• − The bicycle mechanics are nonsensical with a chain running behind the axle
• − The face has a slightly smoothed, AI-standard look compared to the requested 'natural' texture

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Excellent text rendering with no spelling errors
• + Clean and well-centered layout

• − The text looks more like a digital font with a texture filter than genuine handwriting
• − Failed to render the title in the requested 'elegant cursive' style

Seedream 4.5

• + Successfully rendered the title in a cursive style as requested
• + Texture and letter variations feel much more like authentic chalk handwriting
• + Includes a realistic cafe background which adds to the 'cozy café' atmosphere

• − Includes a repetitive line for the first menu item ('Risotto - $24' appears twice)
• − Chalk dust effects are slightly heavy in certain spots

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Successfully captures the character's facial features and sunglasses from Image 2.
• + Accurately recreates the yellow background and red ottoman from Image 1.
• + The scarf and black sweatshirt details from Image 2 are well-integrated.

• − Fails to match the exact dynamic leg and head tilt pose from Image 1.
• − Anatomy issue with the left hand which appears to have six fingers.
• − Only one foot is on the ottoman, unlike the crossed-leg pose in the source.

Seedream 4.5

• + Executes the exact head tilt and body angle requested from Image 1 better than Model A.
• + Preserves the specific pattern and texture of the scarf from Image 2 more accurately.
• + Successfully maintains both feet on the ottoman as seen in the reference pose.

• − The hands have significant anatomical errors, particularly the left hand which is mangled.
• − The background lighting is less vibrant and consistent than Model A.
• − Small white artifacts/dots present on the lower legs and hands.

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Successfully replicates the outfit style and scarf pattern.
• + Adapts the pose of the person to be more upright while keeping the background context.
• + Maintains the skin condition (vitiligo) on visible areas like hands and face.

• − Failed to keep the person's face and hair shape identical to Image 1, making them look older and changing the facial structure.
• − Did not include the sunglasses or the specific ring requested from the 'exact' outfit in Image 2.
• − Changed the camera angle and background composition from the original Image 1.

Seedream 4.5

• + Perfectly preserves the background, wooden structure, and camera angle of Image 1.
• + Accurately matches the accessories including the specific gold watch, rings, and sunglasses from Image 2.
• + Maintains the specific lighting and texture of the original beach scene.

• − Failed to keep the person's face and hair from Image 1, instead merging them with the person from Image 2.
• − Leaves the shirt open which was not in the style of Image 2, resulting in a slightly messy composition.

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Excellent cinematic lighting and photorealism
• + High-quality texture on the capybara's fur and the jacket
• + Atmospheric background bokeh that captures the New York night feel

• − The passenger in the back is not clearly looking at a phone
• − The capybara's paws on the wheel look slightly mutated/unnatural

Seedream 4.5

• + Perfect adherence to the phone detail in the passenger's hands
• + Captures the bored, mundane expression of the passenger very well
• + Clearer depiction of both paws on the steering wheel

• − Lighting is a bit flat and less cinematic compared to Model A
• − The 'TAXI' text on the hat is slightly crooked
• − The composition feels a bit like a stock photo rather than a realistic film frame

GPT Image 1 Mini

• + Excellent character balance with all four animals clearly visible and distinct
• + More realistic fur textures and animal anatomy
• + Effective use of subtle god rays and morning dew consistent with the prompt

• − One butterfly has a merged wing appearance
• − Lighting is a bit flat compared to the dramatic sunrise requested

Seedream 4.5

• + Beautiful, dramatic lighting with prominent god rays and golden hour glow
• + Captures the 'expressive eyes' and 'tumbling' dynamic very well
• + Vibrant colors and creative use of dew sparkles/bubbles

• − The fox's eyes are overly stylized/cartoonish compared to the 'photorealistic' request
• − The bunny is partially obscured in the background
• − Anatomical issues with the kitten's front paws