What is GPT Image 1.5?
GPT Image 1.5 is OpenAI’s latest flagship image generation and editing model, released December 16, 2025, powering ChatGPT Images with 4x faster speeds and precise multi-step edits.
When was GPT Image 1.5 released?
It launched on December 16, 2025, rolling out to all ChatGPT users and via API as gpt-image-1.5.
Is GPT Image 1.5 free to use?
Yes, available to all ChatGPT users (free tier with limits); full features and higher limits require Plus ($20/month) or higher plans.
What are the main improvements in GPT Image 1.5?
4x faster generation, better prompt adherence, precise editing that preserves faces/logos/lighting, superior text rendering, and 20% cheaper API costs.
How does GPT Image 1.5 compare to previous models?
It outperforms GPT Image 1 and DALL-E 3 in speed, consistency, editing fidelity, and benchmarks like LMArena, topping text-to-image leaderboards.
Can GPT Image 1.5 edit existing images?
Yes, it excels at natural-language edits (add/remove objects, change styles) while maintaining consistency in details like faces and composition.
Where can I access GPT Image 1.5?
Directly in ChatGPT via the Images sidebar (chatgpt.com/images) or through the OpenAI API using model ‘gpt-image-1.5’.
What are the API costs for GPT Image 1.5?
20% cheaper than GPT Image 1 for inputs/outputs; exact rates depend on usage tier, with lower costs for high-volume plans.




