# Seedream 5

Make images from a text prompt or one reference image with Seedream 5 by ByteDance, at 65 credits per image. See its settings, limits and exact prices.

Seedream 5 is a ByteDance image model fixed at 2K output and listed for photorealistic results. It takes a text prompt or one reference image. It costs 65 credits per image whatever the ratio or mode.

## At a glance

- **Maker:** ByteDance
- **Type:** Image model
- **Modes:** Text to image and image 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:** One reference image (JPEG, PNG or WEBP, up to 20 MB). A run with a reference image makes 1 image.
- **Resolution:** 2K (fixed)

## 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**.

| Setting | Credits per image |
| --- | --- |
| Any aspect ratio, fixed 2K | 65 |

The price is the same at every aspect ratio.

## Use it in Studio

1. **Open Create Image** In Studio, open **Create Image**. Sign in when the Studio asks, because every generation needs an account.
2. **Choose Seedream 5** Open the model picker, which groups models by maker, and choose Seedream 5.
3. **Write your prompt** Describe the image. To start from a picture, attach one reference image (JPEG, PNG or WEBP, up to 20 MB).
4. **Set the output** Choose an aspect ratio, a resolution and **Count** from 1 to 4.
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. Seedream 5 is available on every plan, including Free; credits are the limit.
- One reference image only, and a run with a reference image makes 1 image, not 1 to 4.
- If a generation fails, the credits are refunded. The Studio does not run a different model in its place.

## Common questions

**Can I choose the resolution?**

No. Seedream 5 is fixed at 2K, so the Studio offers no resolution choice and the price stays at 65 credits per image.

**Can I use my own image with Seedream 5?**

Yes. Attach one reference image (JPEG, PNG or WEBP, up to 20 MB) before you generate. A run with a reference image makes one image.

**Similar models**

- [Seedream 5 Pro](https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/seedream-5-pro): Editorial imagery. Default credits: 65.
- [Seedream 5 Flash](https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/seedream-5-flash): Fast 2K images. Default credits: 50.

Source: https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/seedream-5