Seedream 4.5

ByteDance Seed image model — text-to-image, reference-image generation, and editing. 2K / 4K output, common aspect ratios, up to 10 reference images. Ideal for posters, marketing visuals, product shots, and high-res creative assets.

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Seedream 4.5 capabilities

A Seedream model tuned for typography, layout, prompt-fidelity, and high-res output

Posters, design layout, reference-image editing, marketing visuals — see how Seedream 4.5 lands design-grade work.

High-resolution output

High-resolution output

Seedream 4.5 targets high-res generation, exposed via 2K / 4K tiers and supported aspect ratios for a simple, stable entry.

Native 4K

Portrait / product / wide-shot

Portrait / product / wide-shot

Portrait, e-com hero, brand wide shots all covered. Strong overall aesthetic — performs well on MagicBench and similar tests.

Portrait, product, wide-shot

Cinematic lighting

Cinematic lighting

Three-point setups, soft window light, golden hour rim — pro lighting cues land in-frame.

Cinematic lighting

Photoreal materials

Photoreal materials

Skin, fabric, metal, glass — texture handled correctly, e-com hero shots usable as-is.

Photoreal materials

Model Comparison

Seedream 4.5 vs Seedream 5.0

Pick the right Seedream version.

Feature★ Seedream 4.5Seedream 5.0
Resolution2K / 4K★ Native 4K
Photoreal feelHigh-res general★ Cinematic
Reference imagesUp to 10★ Up to 14
Best for★ Posters / marketing / design layoutPortrait / product hero / cinematic

Both models switch from the same generator.

Seedream 4.5 — built for clear text, poster layout, and high-res marketing visuals

Reinforced typography, design-grade layout, prompt-fidelity, high-res output, and overall aesthetic quality.

Enhanced text & typography

Higher in-image text clarity and readability — ideal for posters, logos, UI mocks, product cards, and marketing layouts.

Designer-grade poster layout

Handles complex poster layouts with clear hierarchy across title, subtitle, body, logo, and subject.

Strong prompt fidelity

Follows subject, layout, mood, and style details reliably — preferred when you need explicit composition.

High-res output

Built for high-res generation, exposed via 2K / 4K tiers for a stable entry.

Seedream 4.5 FAQ

What is Seedream 4.5?

ByteDance Seed image model that supports text-to-image, reference-image generation, and editing.

What scenarios is it best for?

Better for posters, product visuals, marketing imagery, and high-res visual assets with typography.

Does it support reference images and editing?

Yes — up to 10 reference images. You can also edit by combining reference images with text instructions.

Which aspect ratios and resolutions?

Ratios 1:1, 2:3, 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 9:16, 16:9, 21:9, with 2K and 4K tiers.

Difference vs Seedream 5.0?

Seedream 4.5 supports up to 10 reference images at 2K / 4K; Seedream 5.0 supports up to 14 at native 4K.

Commercial use?

Paid-tier users can use outputs commercially; free users for personal/non-commercial use only.

Generate 2K or 4K imagery with Seedream 4.5

Classic & stable · Budget-friendly.