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GPT Image 1 Mini

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GPT Image 1 Mini AI Image Editing Model

Name: GPT Image 1 Mini
Brand: OpenAI
Price: 0.005 USD
Availability: InStock

OpenAI's cost-effective image generation model for when image quality isn't the top priority

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1536 x 1536

Max Resolution

Input / Output

Text Image → Image

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Details

Model ID

gpt-image-1-mini

Creator

OpenAI

Family

gpt-image

Max Input Images

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Providers & Pricing (2)

GPT Image 1 Mini is available from 2 providers, with per-image pricing starting at $0.005 through fal.ai.

fal.ai

fal/gpt-image-1-mini

Provider Model ID: fal-ai/gpt-image-1-mini

$0.020 /image

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OpenAI

openai/gpt-image-1-mini

Provider Model ID: gpt-image-1-mini

Input

Token text

$2.00 per 1M

Token image

$2.50 per 1M

Output

Token image

$8.00 per 1M

Image High, 1024x1024

$0.036 per image

Image High, 1024x1536

$0.052 per image

Image High, 1536x1024

$0.052 per image

Image Low, 1024x1024

$0.0050 per image

Image Low, 1024x1536

$0.0060 per image

Image Low, 1536x1024

$0.0060 per image

Image Medium, 1024x1024

$0.011 per image

Image Medium, 1024x1536

$0.015 per image

Image Medium, 1536x1024

$0.015 per image

Pricing Notes (3)

• Pricing available in both token-based and per-image formats
• Per-image prices vary by quality (low/medium/high) and size
• Cost-effective option when image quality isn't the top priority

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GPT Image 1 Mini API OpenAI-compatible

Integrate GPT Image 1 Mini into your application for automated text-to-image generation and image editing via the Lumenfall OpenAI-compatible API. This standardized endpoint allows developers to programmatically generate and modify media using simple POST requests.

Base URL

https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1

Model

gpt-image-1-mini

Text to Image Generate

Create images from text descriptions

curl -X POST \

  https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1/images/generations \

  -H "Authorization: Bearer $LUMENFALL_API_KEY" \

  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \

  -d '{

    "model": "gpt-image-1-mini",

    "prompt": "A serene mountain landscape at sunset",

    "size": "1024x1024"

}'

# Response:

# { "created": 1234567890, "data": [{ "url": "https://...", "revised_prompt": "..." }] }

import OpenAI from 'openai';

const client = new OpenAI({

  apiKey: 'YOUR_API_KEY',

  baseURL: 'https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1'

});

const response = await client.images.generate({

  model: 'gpt-image-1-mini',

  prompt: 'A serene mountain landscape at sunset',

  size: '1024x1024'

});

// { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] }

console.log(response.data[0].url);

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(

    api_key="YOUR_API_KEY",

    base_url="https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1"

response = client.images.generate(

    model="gpt-image-1-mini",

    prompt="A serene mountain landscape at sunset",

    size="1024x1024"

# { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] }

print(response.data[0].url)

Image Editing Edit

Transform existing images with text instructions

curl -X POST \

  https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1/images/edits \

  -H "Authorization: Bearer $LUMENFALL_API_KEY" \

  -F "model=gpt-image-1-mini" \

  -F "[email protected]" \

  -F "prompt=Add a starry night sky to this image" \

  -F "size=1024x1024"

# Response:

# { "created": 1234567890, "data": [{ "url": "https://...", "revised_prompt": "..." }] }

import OpenAI from 'openai';

import fs from 'fs';

const client = new OpenAI({

  apiKey: 'YOUR_API_KEY',

  baseURL: 'https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1'

});

const response = await client.images.edit({

  model: 'gpt-image-1-mini',

  image: fs.createReadStream('source.png'),

  prompt: 'Add a starry night sky to this image',

  size: '1024x1024'

});

// { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] }

console.log(response.data[0].url);

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(

    api_key="YOUR_API_KEY",

    base_url="https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1"

response = client.images.edit(

    model="gpt-image-1-mini",

    image=open("source.png", "rb"),

    prompt="Add a starry night sky to this image",

    size="1024x1024"

# { created: 1234567890, data: [{ url: "https://...", revised_prompt: "..." }] }

print(response.data[0].url)

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Benchmarks

GPT Image 1 Mini holds the #12 position for text-to-image generation with a competitive Elo rating of 1247. This OpenAI model offers a balanced performance profile, ranking in the top tier of international image generation benchmarks for speed and efficiency.

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#12

Text-to-Image · 1247 Elo

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Competition Results

Fantasy Warrior

Text-to-Image

Prompt

“Close portrait of a battle-worn paladin in ornate engraved plate armor, hair braided with small beads, faint scars and dirt on the skin, warm torchlight reflecting off metal, shallow depth of field, bokeh sparks, lifelike eyes, highly detailed texture on leather straps and cloth underlayer.”

Generated

Candid Street Photography

Text-to-Image

Prompt

“A candid street photo of an elderly Japanese man repairing a red bicycle in light rain, reflections on wet pavement, shallow depth of field, 50mm lens, natural skin texture, imperfect framing, motion blur from passing cars, cinematic but realistic, no stylization.”

Generated

Adorable Baby Animals in Sunny Meadow

Text-to-Image

Prompt

“Hyper-photorealistic scene of fluffy baby animals—a golden retriever puppy, tabby kitten, baby bunny, and red fox kit—with big expressive eyes and ultra-detailed soft fur, playfully chasing butterflies and tumbling together in a lush wildflower meadow, warm golden sunrise light with god rays and dew sparkles, joyful wholesome vibe, 8K masterpiece.”

Generated

Geometric Composition

Text-to-Image

Prompt

“A glass cube on a wooden table. Inside the cube is a small blue sphere. On top of the cube sits a red book. A green plant is behind the cube, partially visible through the glass. Soft window light from the left.”

Generated

Archived results

Fantasy Warrior

Text-to-Image

Prompt

Generated

Best for

All categories

Portrait

Gen · of 19 · 69.6% wins

Photorealism

Gen · of 22 · 50.0% wins

Gallery

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GPT Image 1 Mini FAQ

How much does GPT Image 1 Mini cost?

GPT Image 1 Mini starts at $0.005 per image through Lumenfall. Pricing varies by provider. Lumenfall does not add any markup to provider pricing.

How do I use GPT Image 1 Mini via API?

You can use GPT Image 1 Mini through Lumenfall's OpenAI-compatible API. Send requests to the unified endpoint with model ID "gpt-image-1-mini". Code examples are available in Python, JavaScript, and cURL.

Which providers offer GPT Image 1 Mini?

GPT Image 1 Mini is available through OpenAI and fal.ai on Lumenfall. Lumenfall automatically routes requests to the best available provider.

What is the maximum resolution for GPT Image 1 Mini?

GPT Image 1 Mini supports images up to 1536x1536 resolution.

Overview

GPT Image 1 Mini is a lightweight image generation model developed by OpenAI, designed specifically for efficiency and high-speed throughput. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to larger, high-fidelity diffusion models, prioritizing rapid iteration and lower compute costs over photorealistic detail. The model belongs to the gpt-image family and supports both text-to-image generation and image-to-image editing tasks.

Strengths

Cost Efficiency: With a starting price of $0.005 per generation, it is significantly more economical than flagship models for large-scale batch processing.
Latency: Optimized for speed, making it suitable for real-time applications where users expect near-instant visual feedback.
Resource Management: Minimal computational footprint allows for high-concurrency deployments without the overhead associated with larger generative models.
Functional Prototyping: Highly effective for generating placeholders, UI wireframes, or conceptual layouts where semantic accuracy is more important than visual texture or finish.

Limitations

Lower Aesthetic Fidelity: The model is not designed for photorealism or high-definition artistic output; users may notice artifacts or lower detail in complex textures.
Limited Fine Detail: Struggles with intricate spatial relationships or the precise rendering of small, complex elements like human hands or background text.
Reduced Stylistic Range: While it follows prompts reliably, it lacks the creative breadth and nuanced stylistic mimicry found in its more robust counterparts.

Technical Background

GPT Image 1 Mini utilizes a streamlined architecture within the OpenAI gpt-image lineage, likely employing a distilled version of larger diffusion or transformer-based generative frameworks. The training approach focuses on maximizing the ratio of prompt alignment to parameter count, allowing the model to interpret user intent accurately while reducing the floating-point operations required for each inference. This efficiency is achieved through architectural pruning and optimized sampling techniques.

Best For

This model is ideal for developers building internal tools, automated placeholder generators, or rapid ideation features where “good enough” quality is sufficient. It is particularly effective for generating icons, simple vector-style graphics, or testing prompt engineering workflows at scale.

GPT Image 1 Mini is available through Lumenfall’s unified API and playground, allowing you to integrate it into your pipeline alongside other generative models via a single interface.