GPT Image 2
GPT Image 2 is the new model behind OpenAI's ChatGPT Images 2.0, combining O-series reasoning, web search and multilingual typography into one image generation engine. The gpt-image-2 API supports up to 4K output, 3:1 to 1:3 aspect ratios and up to eight coherent images per prompt.
What is GPT Image 2?
OpenAI's new image model that thinks before it generates and powers ChatGPT Images 2.0 for every user tier
A Reasoning-Native Image Model
GPT Image 2 is the first OpenAI image model to integrate the O-series reasoning stack directly into the rendering pipeline. Instead of one-shot sampling, GPT Image 2 plans the layout, thinks through composition and can even search the web during generation — turning ChatGPT Images 2.0 into a true multimodal thinking tool.
The Engine Behind ChatGPT Images 2.0
ChatGPT Images 2.0 is the consumer product; GPT Image 2 is the underlying model. Launched on April 21, 2026, ChatGPT Images 2.0 replaces the previous default and rolls out to free, Plus, Pro and Business tiers, with GPT Image 2 available through ChatGPT and via the gpt-image-2 API for developers.
Built for Text, Typography and Languages
GPT Image 2 is described by OpenAI as a polyglot image model. It renders long passages of text, non-Latin scripts, infographics, slides, maps and even manga with near-flawless accuracy, making ChatGPT Images 2.0 the strongest option for localized and text-heavy visual content.
Powered by the gpt-image-2 Model
GPT Image 2 vs Previous GPT Image Models
See how GPT Image 2 and ChatGPT Images 2.0 upgrade the earlier gpt-image-1 and gpt-image-1.5 generations
| Feature | GPT Image 1 | GPT Image 1.5 | GPT Image 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | None | Basic | O-series Thinking |
| Max Resolution | 1024×1024 | 2K | 4K (beta) |
| Multi-Image Output | 1 image | Up to 4 | Up to 8 |
| Aspect Ratios | Standard | Extended | 3:1 to 1:3 |
| Multilingual Text | Limited | Good | Polyglot |
| Web Search While Generating | No | No | Yes (Thinking) |
Key Features of GPT Image 2
Explore what makes GPT Image 2 and ChatGPT Images 2.0 a new class of AI image generator
Thinking Before Generating
GPT Image 2 uses OpenAI's O-series reasoning to plan compositions, read references and double-check layout before a single pixel is drawn. In Thinking mode, ChatGPT Images 2.0 can take longer, use tools, browse the web and produce more coherent, instruction-faithful results with GPT Image 2.
- O-series reasoning pipeline
- Tool use and web search
- Plans composition before drawing
Polyglot Text Rendering
GPT Image 2 is trained as a polyglot image model. ChatGPT Images 2.0 can render accurate text in Latin, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Cyrillic and more — perfect for localized ads, infographics and subtitles generated directly by the gpt-image-2 model.
- Non-Latin scripts supported
- In-image translation and localization
- Accurate long-form text blocks
Up to 8 Coherent Images
With Thinking enabled, GPT Image 2 can generate up to eight images from a single prompt with consistent characters, style and lighting. ChatGPT Images 2.0 uses this for storyboards, character turnarounds, grids and product-shot variants in one pass.
- 8 images per prompt
- Consistent characters and styles
- Perfect for storyboards and grids
Ultra-Wide to Ultra-Tall
GPT Image 2 supports aspect ratios from a wide 3:1 to a tall 1:3, covering banners, slides, posters, mobile screens and vertical social formats — all native outputs from the gpt-image-2 API with no cropping.
- 3:1 ultra-wide banners
- 1:3 ultra-tall mobile posts
- Native slides and cover formats
Typography-Grade Output
GPT Image 2 excels at the fine details previous models struggled with: small body text, icon sets, UI chrome, chart labels and dense captions. ChatGPT Images 2.0 can produce infographics, slides and maps that read cleanly without post-editing.
- Sharp body text and captions
- Readable icons and UI elements
- Clean infographics and slides
Multi-Turn Image Editing
Through the gpt-image-2 Image API and Responses API, GPT Image 2 supports iterative, high-fidelity edits. Mask regions, iterate with new prompts, or chain edits in a conversation so ChatGPT Images 2.0 keeps refining the same canvas across turns.
- High-fidelity image inputs
- Mask-based region editing
- Multi-turn conversational edits
How to Use GPT Image 2 on Vadu AI
Start creating with ChatGPT Images 2.0 quality in a few simple steps
Select GPT Image 2
Open Vadu AI's text-to-image generator and choose GPT Image 2 from the model list. The same gpt-image-2 model that powers ChatGPT Images 2.0 is available to you — no setup required.
Write a Detailed Prompt
Describe the scene, subject, text content, layout and style. GPT Image 2 understands long, structured prompts, so include exact copy, typography cues and reference styles for sharper ChatGPT Images 2.0 output.
Pick Ratio and Quality
Choose an aspect ratio between 3:1 and 1:3, pick low, medium or high quality, and select up to 4K output. GPT Image 2 can also generate multiple variants in one run using Thinking mode.
Generate, Edit and Export
Review the images, then refine with multi-turn editing. GPT Image 2 keeps characters, colors and layout consistent between edits so ChatGPT Images 2.0 quality is preserved end to end. Download your finals in PNG, JPEG or WebP.
Pro Tips for GPT Image 2
Invoke Thinking
For complex infographics or 8-image sets, ask GPT Image 2 to "think step by step about layout and copy first" — this is how ChatGPT Images 2.0 unlocks its best output.
Specify Typography
Name fonts, weights and text hierarchy. GPT Image 2 is a typography-aware model, so precise instructions produce crisp headlines and body copy on first try.
Use Ultra-Tall and Ultra-Wide
For vertical story posts or wide banners, explicitly request 1:3 or 3:1. GPT Image 2 generates these natively without cropping or letterboxing.
Iterate with Multi-Turn Edits
Don't restart — refine. Ask GPT Image 2 to adjust a single element, and ChatGPT Images 2.0 will keep the rest of the composition locked in place.
GPT Image 2 Use Cases
How teams are shipping with ChatGPT Images 2.0 and the gpt-image-2 API
Infographics & Slides
GPT Image 2 renders dense charts, labels and diagrams cleanly, making ChatGPT Images 2.0 a go-to tool for turning raw data into presentation-ready infographics and slide decks in minutes.
Localized Advertising
The polyglot text abilities of GPT Image 2 let marketers produce campaign visuals with accurate copy in dozens of languages. ChatGPT Images 2.0 is purpose-built for localized ads, banners and social creatives.
Educational Content
Teachers and course designers use GPT Image 2 to generate illustrated explainers, maps, timelines and worksheets. ChatGPT Images 2.0 keeps diagrams factually grounded thanks to reasoning and web search.
UI Mockups & Screens
GPT Image 2 handles fine UI details — buttons, typography, icon sets and full app screens. Product teams prototype interfaces with ChatGPT Images 2.0 before touching Figma.
Manga & Comics
With 8-image coherence and strong character consistency, GPT Image 2 is ideal for manga panels, comic strips and storyboards. ChatGPT Images 2.0 preserves style and character identity across pages.
Creative Platforms
Agencies, game studios and design tools plug GPT Image 2 into their workflows through the gpt-image-2 API, using ChatGPT Images 2.0 quality as the visual backbone of their creative pipelines.
GPT Image 2 Developer Access
Integrate GPT Image 2 with the gpt-image-2 API or use ChatGPT Images 2.0 directly
Image API
Call GPT Image 2 through the gpt-image-2 endpoints for one-shot generations and mask-based edits.
Responses API
Use GPT Image 2 as a tool inside conversations, chaining multi-turn ChatGPT Images 2.0 edits in your own apps.
ChatGPT
ChatGPT Images 2.0 ships to every tier — base model for free users, Thinking and Pro modes for paid plans.
Vadu AI
Try GPT Image 2 instantly on Vadu AI — no API keys, no setup, ChatGPT Images 2.0 quality in one click.
Safety & Responsible AI
GPT Image 2 follows OpenAI's latest safety and provenance standards
C2PA Content Credentials
Images from GPT Image 2 can carry C2PA Content Credentials, signalling that they were produced by ChatGPT Images 2.0 so viewers can verify provenance.
Usage Policies & Moderation
GPT Image 2 applies OpenAI's usage policies with configurable moderation. The gpt-image-2 API supports auto and low moderation modes, so ChatGPT Images 2.0 stays both creative and safe.
GPT Image 2 Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about GPT Image 2 and ChatGPT Images 2.0
What is GPT Image 2?
GPT Image 2 is OpenAI's new image generation model, released on April 21, 2026, as the engine behind ChatGPT Images 2.0. The gpt-image-2 model integrates O-series reasoning, web search during generation and a polyglot text renderer, making it a significant step beyond GPT Image 1.5.
How is GPT Image 2 different from ChatGPT Images 2.0?
ChatGPT Images 2.0 is the product experience inside ChatGPT; GPT Image 2 is the underlying model. When you generate images in ChatGPT Images 2.0, you are calling GPT Image 2. Developers can access the same model directly via the gpt-image-2 API.
What resolutions and aspect ratios does GPT Image 2 support?
GPT Image 2 supports resolutions up to 2K in standard mode and up to 4K in beta, with aspect ratios ranging from 3:1 ultra-wide to 1:3 ultra-tall. ChatGPT Images 2.0 uses these natively for banners, slides, posters and vertical social formats.
Does GPT Image 2 handle multilingual text?
Yes. GPT Image 2 is explicitly designed as a polyglot image model. ChatGPT Images 2.0 renders accurate in-image text in many scripts — Latin, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic and more — which is why it excels at localized advertising, maps and manga.
How much does GPT Image 2 cost via the API?
The gpt-image-2 API is token-priced: roughly $5 per 1M text input tokens, $10 per 1M text output tokens, $8 per 1M image input tokens and $30 per 1M image output tokens. A 1024×1024 image ranges from about $0.006 at low quality to $0.211 at high quality with GPT Image 2.
Where can I try GPT Image 2 right now?
You can use GPT Image 2 inside ChatGPT via ChatGPT Images 2.0, through the gpt-image-2 API, or instantly on Vadu AI with no setup. Vadu AI wraps the GPT Image 2 model with a simple UI, credits-based pricing and multi-turn editing.