Image generation · Detailed review
OpenAI
GPT-Image-2 (intégré GPT-5.5)
« GPT-Image-2 retakes the lead on Image Arena (+242 pts ahead). Native 4K, integrated reasoning, perfect multilingual text rendering. The default option for ChatGPT Plus subscribers. »
RadarOnAI score
/ 10 · in-house test
§ Walkthrough video · GPT-Image-2 (intégré GPT-5.5)
YouTube · officiel
§ Product preview
Score
9.1/10
weighted average
Price
Included with ChatGPT Plus
indicative
Specialty
Photorealism + text
editorial verdict
Vendor
OpenAI
Conversation · native 4K · Reasoning
Category
Image generation
5/9 on the ranking
§3.2+ Strengths
- 01Image Arena leader since April 21, 2026
- 02Perfect multilingual text rendering inside the image
- 03Native 4K and integrated reasoning ("thinking")
- 04Included with ChatGPT Plus, conversational iteration
§3.3− Weaknesses
- 01Public API only from May 2026
- 02ChatGPT quota (50 images / 3 h on Plus)
- 03Less pronounced artistic style than Midjourney for cinematic renders
§04How it positions
GPT-Image-2 against the segment average.
Tool score
9.1
/ 10
Segment average
8.7
average across 9 tools
Position
5/9
RadarOnAI ranking
§ Try GPT-Image-2 live
We use it in editorial. If image generation is part of your daily work and GPT-Image-2 (intégré GPT-5.5) ticks your use cases, an hour with it beats every review on the planet.
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§05Also worth comparing
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