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Seedream 4.5 vs Seedream 5 Lite
Seedream 4.5 from ByteDance and Seedream 5 Lite from ByteDance are both available in VYRA on the same credits. Here is how they differ on the specs that matter and what each job costs, taken straight from the live model catalogue.
Side by side
| Seedream 4.5 | Seedream 5 Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | ByteDance | ByteDance |
| Type | Image generation | Image generation |
| Best for | Crisp 4K stills and multi-image edits | Newest Seedream, cheaper than 4.5 |
| Aspect ratios | 1:1, 9:16, 16:9, 3:4, 4:3 | 1:1, 9:16, 16:9, 3:4, 4:3 |
| Reference images | Up to 6 | Up to 6 |
| Cheapest job | 4 credits · 1 image (≈$0.08) | 4 credits · 1 image (≈$0.08) |
| Jobs per Pro month | 100 | 100 |
≈$ at the Pro rate ($7.99 for 400 credits). No third-party benchmarks — specs and prices only.
Which should you pick?
- In short — Seedream 4.5: “Crisp 4K stills and multi-image edits”. Seedream 5 Lite: “Newest Seedream, cheaper than 4.5”.
Not sure? Run the same prompt on both — the price for each is shown before you generate, and failed jobs return their credits.
FAQ
Which is cheaper, Seedream 4.5 or Seedream 5 Lite?
They cost the same: 4 credits per 1 image (about $0.08 on Pro).
Can Seedream 4.5 and Seedream 5 Lite use reference images?
Seedream 4.5: up to 6. Seedream 5 Lite: up to 6.
Can I use both Seedream 4.5 and Seedream 5 Lite with one subscription?
Yes. Every VYRA plan includes both, along with all 27 models. Pro is $7.99/month for 400 credits.
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