SDXL Turbo
Real-time image generation in a single diffusion step
Verdict
Still the fastest open image model — single-step generation in ~200ms. Quality below FLUX and SD3.5 but unbeatable for real-time interactive applications and previews.
Other Image Generation
- GPT Image 2.5Production
OpenAI's current image models — Sunburst for quality, Flare for fast everyday generation
- DALL·E 3Stable
OpenAI's older text-to-image model — superseded by the GPT Image line
- Midjourney v7Production
Best-in-class aesthetic quality for creative image generation
- FLUX.1 ProProduction
Black Forest Labs next-gen image model with exceptional detail
- Stable Diffusion 3.5Production
Stability AI's flagship open model with MMDiT architecture
- Ideogram 3.0Stable
Text rendering champion — best for logos, posters, and signage