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Seedream 5.0 Lite
Seedream 5.0 Lite AI Image Generator
Create
Start with an idea
Describe what you want to create. Add a reference if you need one, then adjust the options below.
About this model
Create image concepts and combine references with Seedream 5.0 Lite, from 2K through 4K.
See What a Prompt Can Become
Find a visual direction, then make the prompt your own.
Build an Image Around a Specific Idea
Give the subject something to do, name the location and describe the visual style. Concrete instructions make a useful starting point for exploring a concept.
Prompt to try
Realistic DSLR photograph of anthropomorphic Penkingese dog enjoying a bowl of ramen on the Great Wall of China.
Detail crop of the example image.
Start with a Practical Brief
Editorial Concept
Swap in your subject and keep the structure.
A folded linen shirt on a wooden bench beside a sunlit window. Natural wrinkles, soft shadows, warm neutral colors. Editorial photograph, no logos.
Tips for Reviewing Your Image
- Inspect the important details at full size.
- Change one instruction per attempt.
- Keep a version before continuing to edit.
Model Specifications
Credit costs depend on the selected settings and reference inputs.
- Resolution tiers
- 2K / 3K / 4K
- Reference images
- Up to 4
- Base credits
- 14 credits
- Images per generation
- 1
Credits by Settings and References
Each cell is the total for one image, not an additional reference charge. Reference counts within the same band have the same price.
| Settings | Generate · no references | Edit · 1 reference images | Edit · 2–4 reference images |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2K | 14 credits | 14 credits | 14 credits |
| Settings | Generate · no references | Edit · 1 reference images | Edit · 2–4 reference images |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3K | 14 credits | 14 credits | 14 credits |
| Settings | Generate · no references | Edit · 1 reference images | Edit · 2–4 reference images |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K | 14 credits | 14 credits | 14 credits |
Explore Different Framing
Choose a square, portrait or landscape composition and a 2K, 3K or 4K tier. Create one image, review it, then refine the prompt rather than changing every setting at once.
Compare Model Specifications
Compare the settings available for your next image.
| Settings | Seedream 5.0 LiteCurrent model | Flux.2 Pro | Flux.2 Max | Flux.2 Flex | Flux.2 Klein | Flux 3 | Seedream 5.0 Pro | Nano Banana 2 | Nano Banana 2.1 | MiniMax H3 Image | GPT Image 2.6 | GPT Image 2.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution tiers | 2K / 3K / 4K | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | 1K | 1K / 2K | 0.5K / 1K / 2K / 4K | 1K / 2K / 4K | Source size when editing | Source size when editing | Source size when editing |
| Quality levels | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Low / Medium / High | Low / Medium / High | Low / Medium / High |
| Reference images | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 |
| Images per generation | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Base credits | 14 credits | 17 credits | 38 credits | 38 credits | 10 credits | 20 credits | 54 credits | 32 credits | 24 credits | 30 credits | 30 credits | 16 credits |
| Base credits by tier | 2K: 14 / 3K: 14 / 4K: 14 | Standard output: 17 | Standard output: 38 | Standard output: 38 | Standard output: 10 | 1K: 20 | 1K: 27 / 2K: 54 | 0.5K: 24 / 1K: 32 / 2K: 48 / 4K: 63 | 1K: 24 / 2K: 32 / 4K: 63 | Low quality: 25 / Medium quality: 30 / High quality: 60 | Low quality: 25 / Medium quality: 30 / High quality: 60 | Low quality: 8 / Medium quality: 16 / High quality: 32 |
Credit costs depend on the selected settings and reference inputs.
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Questions About Seedream 5.0 Lite
Inputs, editing, and credits—before you start.
What Can I Create with Seedream 5.0 Lite?
Seedream 5.0 Lite is built for 2k–4k tiers for concepts and reference compositions. You can generate images from text briefs, edit uploaded photos with natural language, or guide composition with up to 4 reference images. All creations can also be used as starting frames for AI video generation.
How Many Reference Images Can I Use?
FluxContext supports up to 4 reference images for Seedream 5.0 Lite. You can assign roles (Subject, Background, Style) and upload JPG, PNG, or WebP files up to 4MB each.
Which Settings Can I Change?
Available settings: 2K / 3K / 4K. Choose your preferred aspect ratio, framing, and quality tier. Adding references helps guide identity, background, and style.
How Many Credits Does an Image Use?
Generation starts from 14 credits for standard aspect ratios. Pricing adjusts transparently based on your resolution, quality tier, and reference inputs. See the pricing information on this page for model credit costs.
Can I Keep Editing a Result?
Yes. Click Edit on any delivered image to continue refining with natural language while preserving earlier versions in your history. You can also click Generate video to turn it into an animated clip.
Do I Need an Account to Use Seedream 5.0 Lite?
Yes. Seedream 5.0 Lite is a premium production model that requires signing in and credits. New accounts receive 10 free credits to test models upon sign-up, or you can try our free FLUX.2 model without an account.
Will It Preserve Every Detail When Editing?
AI image editing interprets your prompt within the visual context rather than locking exact pixels. To maximize detail preservation, clearly specify which elements must remain untouched and describe only the changes you need.
Create Your Next Image with Seedream 5.0 Lite
Describe your idea and start creating.