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AI Image Models Compared on the Same Anime Prompt

See how each model draws the same avatar: the eyes, hair, linework and colors. Browse real first-attempt results before spending your credits.

Tested 2026-10-20 · 12 models · no account needed to compare

One prompt. Twelve interpretations.

Square avatar · 1:1 · one attempt per model

Nano Banana

Nano Banana

10credits / image
15s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Clear outlines, blue eyes and an easy-to-read smile.
Trade-off
The blouse and hair have relatively simple shading.
Consider it for
A clean, conventional anime profile portrait.
Use this model
Z-Image

Z-Image

3credits / image
15s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Recognizable pink bob and star clip at the lowest credit cost.
Trade-off
Muted colors and softer contrast; the mouth is less expressive.
Consider it for
An inexpensive first draft with a restrained anime look.
Use this model
Seedream

Seedream 5 Flash

8credits / image
21s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Crisp facial features, bright highlights and a distinct star clip.
Trade-off
Pink hair and background blend into a similar palette.
Consider it for
A bright, tightly framed anime face.
Use this model
Nano Banana

Nano Banana 2

20credits / image
91s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Bold silhouette, warm shading and a broad smile.
Trade-off
The outlines and angular expression lean toward comic illustration.
Consider it for
An expressive, graphic profile picture.
Use this model
Nano Banana

Nano Banana Pro

45credits / image
35s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Very simple shapes and a silhouette that stays readable small.
Trade-off
This output looks like a flat cartoon rather than detailed anime.
Consider it for
A minimal cartoon icon, if that interpretation suits you.
Use this model
Seedream

Seedream 4.5

17credits / image
29s this run2048 × 2048
Strong in this sample
High-contrast eyes and a prominent white star hairpin.
Trade-off
An unrequested dark picture border appears around the image.
Consider it for
A bold, close-up manga-like expression.
Use this model
Seedream

Seedream 5 Lite

14credits / image
50s this run2048 × 2048
Strong in this sample
Soft pastel colors and large, clearly highlighted eyes.
Trade-off
Low contrast makes the hair and face look pale.
Consider it for
A gentle pastel portrait.
Use this model
GPT Image

GPT Image 1.5

10credits / image
61s this run1254 × 1254medium quality
Strong in this sample
Fine hair strands, warm shading and a visible star clip.
Trade-off
More painterly texture and less separation at the hair edge.
Consider it for
A softly shaded anime portrait.
Use this model
GPT Image

GPT Image 2

15credits / image
76s this run1254 × 1254
Strong in this sample
Clear face framing, detailed eyes and separated hair strands.
Trade-off
The background is almost white rather than a visible gradient.
Consider it for
A detailed portrait with a quiet background.
Use this model
GPT Image

GPT Image 2.5 Flare

15credits / image
65s this run1254 × 1254
Strong in this sample
Saturated pink hair, a crisp yellow star and a lively smile.
Trade-off
The added earring and cardigan were not requested.
Consider it for
A colorful, polished profile illustration.
Use this model
GPT Image

GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst

15credits / image
90s this run1254 × 1254
Strong in this sample
Layered hair highlights and soft, detailed facial shading.
Trade-off
The head is slightly tilted despite the front-facing instruction.
Consider it for
A portrait where richer shading matters more than strict symmetry.
Use this model
Nano Banana

Nano Banana 2 Lite

10credits / image
14s this run1024 × 1024
Strong in this sample
Clear blue eyes, simple outlines and an uncluttered hoodie silhouette.
Trade-off
The face occupies less of the square than in several other results.
Consider it for
A straightforward profile portrait with more shoulder space.
Use this model

The exact submitted prompt

anime profile picture, head and shoulders portrait of a cheerful adult woman with short pink hair and a small star hairpin, front facing, centered, simple gradient background, clean linework, square composition, not a photograph, no text, no watermark
Style: Anime

“Use this model” fills the generator with this prompt and frame. Generation starts only when you choose Generate.

How we ran this test

  • The exact same prompt and square 1:1 frame for every model.
  • One attempt per model, through the same app on 2026-10-20.
  • No retouching or best-of-many selection. Originals are available from each image.
  • Web previews are resized and compressed; the original file is unchanged.
  • Each model uses its normal site configuration. Some output at 1K, others at 2K; dimensions and any quality preset are shown.

Read this as a sample

This is a single avatar test, not a ranking of average model quality. Results can change between prompts and runs. No shared seed was supplied.

“This run” time includes generation, safety checks and saving the result. It is one observation, not a promised processing time or a controlled speed benchmark.

The samples are original, site-created public examples. Customer photos and private generations are not used.

What should you look for?

For an avatar, compare facial expression, the star hairpin, clean edges and whether the face stays readable at a small size. For a lower-credit first draft, Z-Image currently costs 3 credits. Higher cost alone does not establish better results.

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Model comparison FAQ

Which AI image model is best for anime art?

There is no single best model for every prompt. Compare the face, linework, shading and framing in these avatar examples, then balance the result against the displayed credit cost. This test does not establish an overall winner.

Why does the same prompt produce different images?

Models interpret instructions differently and use different generation processes. The same words do not fix the exact composition, colors or facial details.

How many credits does each model cost?

Current costs are displayed on every card and in the generator. This test used the default site configuration for each model; any recorded test cost is retained with its sample.

Can I choose the model myself?

Yes. Select a model in the comparison or choose Use this model to open the generator with the matching prompt and square frame. This does not start a generation or spend credits.

Are these all the models you offer?

This avatar test covers the 12 image models available when it was run. We show model and version names so you can match each result to the generator.

Will I get exactly the same image?

No. Results can vary between runs. We did not set a shared seed, and identical seed values would not make different model architectures generate the same image. The published prompt and settings let you repeat the workflow, not reproduce identical pixels.