Overview
SeeDream is a high-quality image generation model series from BytePlus Volcano Engine international edition. APIYI has established an official strategic partnership to provide stable and reliable service.Available Versions
SeeDream 4.5
Latest Version (Recommended)
- Model name:
seedream-4-5-251128 - Enhanced 4K image generation capability
- Price: $0.035/image (~¥0.245/image)
- 🔥 Best quality and detail performance
SeeDream 4.0
Stable Version
- Model name:
seedream-4-0-250828 - High-quality 4K image generation
- Price: $0.03/image (~¥0.21/image)
- ✅ Proven stable performance
🔥 Major Update on December 4, 2025: SeeDream 4.5 is now live! Enhanced 4K image generation capability with significantly improved quality and detail performance. Official provides 200 free images for testing.
📚 Latest Documentation
Feishu Complete Usage Guide - Fastest updates, supports comment interactionVisit Feishu documentation for latest tutorials, tips sharing, and Q&A. Documentation continuously updated, questions can be discussed directly in Feishu comments.
Core Advantages
- 🔥 SeeDream 4.5 Latest Upgrade: Enhanced 4K image generation capability with significantly improved quality and detail performance
- 🎨 High-Quality Output: 4K HD image generation with excellent visual consistency and rich details
- 💰 Pricing Advantage: 4.5 version $0.035/image, 4.0 version $0.03/image (65% off official)
- 🚀 Generation Speed: Average 15 seconds per image, responsive
- 🤝 Official Partnership: BytePlus Volcano Engine strategic cooperation, reliable and stable resources
- 🔧 Standard Interface: Fully compatible with OpenAI Image API format
- 🎁 Free Testing: Official provides 200 free images for testing
Calling Methods
Correct Endpoint ✅
Important Note: SeeDream 4.0 uses the standard OpenAI image generation endpoint, fully compatible with OpenAI Image API format, billed per request, simple and transparent.
Python Example Code
Complete Python example code demonstrating how to use SeeDream 4.0 to generate images:Usage Steps
- Replace API Key: Replace
API_KEYin code with your actual API key - Set Parameters:
prompt: Describe in detail the image you want to generatesize: Choose image size- Method 1: Use resolution spec (“1K”, “2K”, “4K”) - model automatically decides aspect ratio
- Method 2: Specify exact pixels (e.g., “2048x2048”) - total pixel range [1280×720, 4096×4096], aspect ratio range [1/16, 16]
quality: Choose quality level (standard or hd)response_format: Choose return format (url or b64_json)
- Run Script: Execute Python script to generate images
cURL Example
If you prefer using cURL command-line tool:Price Comparison
| Model | Official Price | APIYI Price | Discount | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SeeDream 4.5 | - | $0.035/image | - | 🔥 Enhanced 4K capability, improved quality |
| SeeDream 4.0 | $0.03/image | $0.03/image | Official price | ⭐ 4K HD, excellent visual consistency |
| Nano Banana Pro | $0.24/image (4K) | $0.05/image | 21% | Google 4K HD |
| Nano Banana | $0.04/image | $0.025/image | 62.5% | Google tech, 10-second fast |
| GPT-Image-1 | Higher | - | - | OpenAI tech |
Feature Comparison
Quality Characteristics
- 4K HD Output: Supports high-resolution image generation
- Visual Consistency: Generated images have unified style with rich details
- Response Speed: 15 seconds on average, moderate speed
API Features
- ✅ Standard OpenAI Image API format
- ✅ Supports multiple image sizes
- ✅ Supports both URL and Base64 return formats
- ✅ Per-request billing, transparent and simple
- ✅ Batch generation support (n parameter)
Supported Sizes
SeeDream 4.0 supports two size setting methods:Method 1: Resolution Specs
Use resolution specs and let model automatically decide optimal aspect ratio based on prompt description:1K- Approximately 1024×1024 pixels2K- Approximately 2048×2048 pixels4K- Approximately 4096×4096 pixels
Method 2: Exact Pixel Dimensions
Directly specify width and height (unit: pixels):- Default:
2048x2048 - Total Pixel Range: [1280×720, 4096×4096]
- Aspect Ratio Range: [1/16, 16]
Common Size Examples:
2048x2048- Square (default)1920x1080- 16:9 landscape (Full HD)3840x2160- 16:9 landscape (4K)1080x1920- 9:16 portrait (phone screen)2560x1440- 16:9 landscape (2K)
FAQ
What's the difference between SeeDream 4.5 and 4.0?
What's the difference between SeeDream 4.5 and 4.0?
SeeDream 4.5 (Latest version):
- Enhanced 4K image generation capability
- Significantly improved quality and detail performance
- Price: $0.035/image
- Recommended for users pursuing best quality
- Proven stable performance
- Excellent visual consistency
- Price: $0.03/image (official price)
- Recommended for users pursuing cost-effectiveness
How to choose the right version?
How to choose the right version?
Recommended to use SeeDream 4.5:
- Need best quality and detail performance
- Professional design, advertising, commercial use
- Extremely high image quality requirements
- Pursue cost-effectiveness
- Daily image generation needs
- Moderate image quality requirements
How to choose appropriate image size?
How to choose appropriate image size?
Choose based on usage scenario:
- Fast generation: Use resolution specs (“1K”, “2K”, “4K”), let model decide automatically
- Exact control: Use pixel dimensions
- Social media avatars: 2048x2048
- Banners, covers: 3840x2160 or 2560x1440
- Phone wallpaper: 1080x1920
- Desktop wallpaper: 1920x1080 or 3840x2160
Does it support batch generation?
Does it support batch generation?
Yes, by setting the
n parameter you can generate multiple images at once (recommended max 4 to ensure stability).What about copyright for generated images?
What about copyright for generated images?
For images generated via API, users have full usage rights and can use them for commercial and non-commercial purposes.
Best Practices
Prompt Optimization
- Detailed Descriptions: Provide specific scene, style, color descriptions
- Add Quality Tags: Such as “4K”, “ultra detailed”, “high quality”
- Specify Style: Such as “photorealistic”, “cartoon style”, “oil painting”
- Include Lighting Info: Such as “golden hour”, “soft lighting”, “dramatic shadows”
Example Prompts
Related Resources
- SeeDream 4.0 Detailed Documentation
- Image Generation Model Comparison
- Nano Banana Model
- API Usage Manual
- Image Generation Testing Tool
SeeDream 4.0-4.5 is a high-quality image generation service launched by APIYI after reaching strategic cooperation with BytePlus Volcano Engine. SeeDream 4.5 officially launched on November 28, 2025, providing enhanced 4K image generation capability. For questions or suggestions, please visit Feishu documentation to leave comments.