GPT-Image-1 Deprecated
GPT-Image-1 is a model from OpenAI, listed under Image generation. It was released in April 2025. Its headline price is $40.00 / 1M image tokens. Prices as of Oct 22, 2026, from the provider's official pricing page.
This model is scheduled for retirement. Plan a migration.
- Headline price
- $40.00 / 1M image tokens
Current prices
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Image input (image) | $10.00 / 1M image tokens |
| Image output (image) | $40.00 / 1M image tokens |
Checked against the provider page on Oct 22, 2026.
Price history
No price change recorded for this model yet.
How it compares
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| Model | Value |
|---|---|
| GPT-Image-1 Mini | $8.00 / 1M tokens |
| GPT-Image-2.5 Sunburst | $30.00 / 1M tokens |
| GPT-Image-2 | $30.00 / 1M tokens |
| GPT-Image-2.5 Flare | $30.00 / 1M tokens |
| chatgpt-image-latest | $32.00 / 1M tokens |
| GPT-Image-1.5 | $32.00 / 1M tokens |
| GPT-Image-1 | $40.00 / 1M tokens |
Alternatives
Same category, closest price, other providers first.
More from OpenAI
| # | Model | Price | Released | Price change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
GPT-Image-2.5 Sunburst
OpenAI
|
$30.00 / 1M image tokens | Sep 8, 2026 | |
| 2 |
GPT-Image-2
OpenAI
|
$30.00 / 1M image tokens | Apr 21, 2026 | |
| 3 |
GPT-Image-2.5 Flare
OpenAI
|
$30.00 / 1M image tokens | Sep 8, 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does GPT-Image-1 cost?
GPT-Image-1 is priced at image input (image) $10.00 / 1M tokens, image output (image) $40.00 / 1M tokens, according to OpenAI's published pricing (checked Oct 22, 2026).
Is GPT-Image-1 still available?
It still works, but it is deprecated: OpenAI plans to retire it.
When was GPT-Image-1 released?
GPT-Image-1 was released in April 2025.
What is the API model ID for GPT-Image-1?
Use gpt-image-1 when calling the OpenAI API.
What are the alternatives to GPT-Image-1?
Models in the same category at a similar price include GPT-Image-2.5 Sunburst (OpenAI), GPT-Image-2 (OpenAI) and GPT-Image-2.5 Flare (OpenAI).