Z-Image Turbo

Z-Image Turbo is Alibaba's fast image model, tagged Fast and Open Source. It works from a text prompt only. It is priced by aspect ratio: 6 credits at 16:9 and 9:16, 8 at 4:3 and 3:4, and 11 at 1:1.

#At a glance

Maker

Alibaba

Type

Image model

Modes

Text to image

Aspect ratios

16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16. The Studio starts on 4:3.

Outputs per run

1 to 4, set with Count

Reference image

Not accepted. This model works from a text prompt only.

Resolution

No resolution choice

#What it costs

These are credits per image, as of 2026-10-10. The Studio shows the live quote for your settings before you generate, and the total it charges is that quote multiplied by Count.

The aspect ratio sets the price, because this model is billed by output size.

#Use it in Studio

1. 1

   Step 1: Open Create Image

   In Studio, open Create Image. Sign in when the Studio asks, because every generation needs an account.

2. 2

   Step 2: Choose Z-Image Turbo

   Open the model picker, which groups models by maker, and choose Z-Image Turbo.

3. 3

   Step 3: Write your prompt

   Describe the image. Z-Image Turbo works from text only, so there is no reference image to attach.

4. 4

   Step 4: Set the output

   Choose an aspect ratio and Count from 1 to 4.

5. 5

   Step 5: Check the price and generate

   The Studio shows the credit price for your settings. It is the same price the server charges. Results appear as cards and are saved to your Library.

#Limits

• You need to be signed in to generate. Z-Image Turbo is available on every plan, including Free; credits are the limit.
• No reference image. If you attach one, the Studio says "Z-Image Turbo can't use a reference image — remove it or pick another model".
• If a generation fails, the credits are refunded. The Studio does not run a different model in its place.

#Common questions