AI Tools & Output Tiers
Choose Your GPT Image Workflow
Use one GPT Image 2 product layer, then choose the right output tier for prompt exploration, publishing, or commercial production.
Output Tier Selection
Studio 4K
4KHighest output tier for commercial hero images, product campaigns, and polished assets.
Pro Only
Processing
30-60s
Accuracy
GPT Image 2
Resolution
4K
Credits
12 credits
Studio-quality 4K output
Watermark-free downloads
Best for final production assets
Requires Pro plan
Commercial usage rights
HD 2K
2KBalanced paid tier for social posts, ecommerce listings, and report visuals.
Processing
30-60s
Accuracy
GPT Image 2
Resolution
2K
Credits
4 credits
Watermark-free HD output
PNG export
Starter plan and above
Good balance of cost and quality
Commercial usage rights
Preview 1K
1KLow-cost preview tier for testing prompts before spending paid credits.
Processing
30-60s
Accuracy
GPT Image 2
Resolution
1K
Credits
1 credits
1K preview output
JPG download
Watermarked result
Available with trial credits
Best for prompt exploration
Detailed Comparison
| Feature | Preview 1K | HD 2K | Studio 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical time | 30-60 seconds | 30-60 seconds | 30-60 seconds |
| Model layer | GPT Image 2 | GPT Image 2 | GPT Image 2 |
| Max Resolution | 1K | 2K | 4K |
| Credit Cost | 1 credits | 4 credits | 12 credits |
| Watermark | Included | None | None |
Specialized GPT Image Tools
Pro Tips
Choosing the Right Tier:
- Use Preview for prompt exploration.
- Use HD for social, ecommerce, and report publishing.
- Use 4K only when the image is ready for commercial production.
Getting Best Results:
- Be specific with audience, scene, style, and output use.
- Use clear reference images for editing workflows.
- Avoid repeating aspect ratios in the prompt and tier settings.