# GPT Image 2 vs Seedream 5 Pro

> GPT Image 2 vs Seedream 5 Pro in Nodaro: Seedream 5 Pro has more aspect ratios and both take reference images. See what each model made from the same prompts.

Source: https://nodaro.ai/docs/compare/gpt-image-2-vs-seedream-5-pro

GPT Image 2 by OpenAI and Seedream 5 Pro by Bytedance both make images in Nodaro. This page puts their facts side by side, lists how they differ and shows what each one made from the same prompts.

Neither model is ranked. Each one made a single take of each prompt, and one take is not enough to rank two models, so judge the results for your own work.

## At a glance
| Fact | [GPT Image 2](https://nodaro.ai/docs/models/image/gpt-image-2) | [Seedream 5 Pro](https://nodaro.ai/docs/models/image/seedream-5-pro) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Maker | OpenAI | Bytedance |
| Modes | Text to image | Text to image |
| Credits | 21–84 credits | 20–66 credits |
| Aspect ratios | auto, 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:4 | 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, 2:3, 21:9 |
| Resolutions | 1K, 2K, 4K | — |
| Features | Reference images | Reference images |
| API type | `gpt-image-2` | `seedream-5-pro` |

## How they differ
- **Price**: GPT Image 2 costs 21–84 credits per run and Seedream 5 Pro 20–66 credits, depending on the settings.
- **Aspect ratios**: Seedream 5 Pro offers 8 fixed aspect ratios, GPT Image 2 5.
- **In common**: Both support reference images.

## The same prompts
Both models got the same prompts, word for word. Each result is the model's first take, shown with the settings the run used.

**Prompt**

```
A red fox in a snowy forest at golden hour, 35mm photo
```

- **GPT Image 2** · 16:9 · 1672×941: ![GPT Image 2](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/gpt-image-2/fox.webp)
- **Seedream 5 Pro** · 16:9 · 1376×768: ![Seedream 5 Pro](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/seedream-5-pro/fox.webp)

**Prompt**

```
A hand-painted wooden sign that reads "FRESH BREAD DAILY" outside a small bakery, morning light
```

- **GPT Image 2** · 16:9 · 1672×940: ![GPT Image 2](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/gpt-image-2/sign.webp)
- **Seedream 5 Pro** · 16:9 · 1376×768: ![Seedream 5 Pro](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/seedream-5-pro/sign.webp)

**Prompt**

```
Studio product photo of an unbranded glass perfume bottle on wet black stone, soft rim light, water droplets
```

- **GPT Image 2** · 16:9 · 1672×941: ![GPT Image 2](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/gpt-image-2/perfume.webp)
- **Seedream 5 Pro** · 16:9 · 1312×736: ![Seedream 5 Pro](https://nodaro.ai/docs-media/examples/models/image/seedream-5-pro/perfume.webp)

## Run both on one canvas
To compare them on your own prompt, connect one **Text** node to two **Generate Image** nodes. Choose GPT Image 2 in one and Seedream 5 Pro in the other, then run the workflow. Each node shows its price on its Run button before it runs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, GPT Image 2 or Seedream 5 Pro?

It depends on the shot. They differ in aspect ratios, and this page shows what each made from the same prompts, one take each. One take is not enough to rank two models, so run your own prompt on both before you choose.

### Which is cheaper, GPT Image 2 or Seedream 5 Pro?

It depends on the settings. GPT Image 2 costs 21–84 credits per run and Seedream 5 Pro costs 20–66, depending on the settings you choose. Each model's page lists every price.

### Can I run GPT Image 2 and Seedream 5 Pro on the same prompt in Nodaro?

Yes. Connect one Text node to two Generate Image nodes, choose GPT Image 2 in one and Seedream 5 Pro in the other, and run the workflow. Each node shows its price on its Run button before it runs.