True 4K delivery
Fixed 4K outputs sized for zoomable listings and ads (observed ['4K'] only).
Seedream 4.5 AI Image Generator
Seedream 4.5ByteDance SeedFixed 4K15 creditsMembers onlyReference editsSharp in-image text
Seedream 4.5 is ByteDance Seed’s 4K production image model on Cinel—built for catalogue-grade detail, readable campaign type, and reference-faithful product edits (observed pricing: 15 credits, resolution locked to 4K, memberOnly: true). It is not the public free queue (that remains FLUX.2 Klein 4B / Kolors). Need mood and multi-reference lighting instead of 4K pixels? Open Seedream 5 Pro.
Need 4K type-ready stills? Lock 4K and craft campaign frames with readable copy.
15 credits · fixed 4K · members only · Not free · No bottle demos · External API $ ≠ Cinel price
Examples
See Seedream 4.5 in action
Fresh 4K-oriented stills for type, food texture, and illustration detail—not the old typography/fashion template trio. Each figcaption states what stayed locked vs what changed.
City rail diagram with readable station names — indigo line map, short labels, clean rules. Shows dense on-image type at 4K—not circular process, not WEEKLY REACH dashboard, not boarding-pass card.
Citrus focaccia with olive-oil drizzle — warm bakery still, herb crumbs, specular oil. Texture lane—not ramen, macaron, or yakitori.
Watercolor botanical specimen plate — single sheet, calligraphy labels, soft paper grain. Illustration lane—not multi-page anime key art.
Core Benefits
What Seedream 4.5 is for on Cinel
Readable in-image text
Headlines, prices, labels stay legible for campaign frames (inferred typography focus).
Reference-faithful edits
Restage lighting and set while preserving product identity (observed supportsReferenceImages).
Workflow
How to run Seedream 4.5 on Cinel
Step 1Confirm membership
Model is memberOnly (observed). Non-members: use Seedream 4.0 trial or free 4B/Kolors.
Step 2Lock 4K + ratio
Resolution is fixed to 4K; pick aspect for channel (1:1, 3:4, 9:16, 16:9).
Step 3Prompt + refs → inspect at 100%
Separate scene copy from on-image type; refine with short follow-ups.
Model Comparison
Seedream 4.5 vs 5 Pro vs 4.0 on Cinel
Choose 4.5 for fixed 4K type and catalogue fidelity; 5 Pro for studio lighting and multi-ref mood; 4.0 for budget drafts.
| Dimension | Seedream 4.5 (This Page) | Seedream 5 Pro | Seedream 4.0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits / Cost | 15 credits | 22 / 34 (2K) | 8 credits flat |
| Resolution on Cinel | Fixed 4K only | 1K / 1.5K / 2K | 1K / 2K / 4K |
| Access Tier | memberOnly: true | memberOnly: true | Open + Daily trial |
| Best For | 4K type + catalogue fidelity | Lighting, materials & multi-ref mood | Cost-efficient Seedream drafts |
| Trial / Free Path | No daily trial (see 4.0 or 4B) | Member only | 8 daily trial credits supported |
Prompting Guide
Prompting Seedream 4.5
Specify on-image text, font mood, and placement together. State what must be preserved when using reference photos. No bottle demos.
- Packaging & ad layout — Specify text, font mood, and placement together ("brand name in clean sans-serif centered on the label") to leverage its typography strength.
- Reference edits — State what must be preserved (logo, product shape, label colors) before describing the restyled set or lighting.
- Frame by channel — Pick aspect ratio first: 3:4 for listings, 9:16 for story ads, 3:2 for web banners. Native 4K yields print-ready canvases.
- Studio lighting terms — Describe lighting with concrete studio terms (softbox from camera left, crisp rim light, seamless white backdrop).
Applications
What to ship with Seedream 4.5
From 4K marketplace hero stills and readable campaign type to reference-faithful product restaging and material close-ups.
Marketplace & catalogue 4K heroes
Generate high-resolution hero product stills ready for Amazon, Shopify, or print-scale lookbooks.
Campaign frames with readable text
Render headlines, discount prices, and category tags directly into promotional posters and social banners.
Reference restaging of the same SKU
Change seasonal lighting, background surfaces, or props while keeping product shape, logo, and texture locked.
Fashion & material close-ups
Highlight jacquard weaves, leather grain, and stitching detail at true 4K resolution.
Packaging preview without bottle spam
Preview label typography and packaging layout on boxes, cards, or bags without generic bottle demos.
Honest Pricing
Seedream 4.5 credits on Cinel
Transparent credit breakdown: locked 4K resolution, membership required, and no hidden upscale fees.
| Layer | Fact | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 15 credits / image | Standard generation cost |
| Resolution | Fixed 4K only | Options: ['4K'] only · 2K not exposed on Cinel |
| Access Tier | memberOnly: true | Gold / active subscription required |
| Trial Alternative | Seedream 4.0 | Flat 8 credits + daily trial credits supported |
| Free Image Queue | FLUX.2 Klein 4B · Kolors | Genuine 0-credit public queue on /free-ai-image-generator |
| Sibling Lighting | Seedream 5 Pro | From 22 credits (2K = 34 credits) for studio light & mood |
| External API Pricing | BytePlus ~$0.04 / image | External upstream API rate — not Cinel credits |
Deep Dive & Practical Guide
Seedream 4.5 Capabilities & Guide
Explore generation speeds, resolution options, prompt fidelity, and workflow tips for Seedream 4.5.
Seedream 4.5 is ByteDance's image model for high-resolution commerce and campaign stills. On Cinel it delivers fixed 4K output, keeps product identity intact when editing from reference photos, and handles campaign typography with unusual clarity. It costs 15 credits per image and requires a membership (memberOnly: true). For a lower-cost Seedream trial, see Seedream 4.0; for studio lighting and materials, see Seedream 5 Pro.
Seedream 4.5 Feature Guide
What makes Seedream 4.5 different
Where many models treat 4K as an upscale afterthought, Seedream 4.5 generates at genuinely large pixel dimensions — a square frame comes out at 4096 × 4096, a 9:16 frame at 3040 × 5504. On Cinel, the output is locked to fixed 4K only. That extra detail shows in the places e-commerce buyers zoom into: stitching, fabric weave, metal finish, label edges.
Its second signature is reference-faithful editing. Feed it a photo of your handbag or ceramic mug and ask for a new set, new lighting or a seasonal theme, and it keeps the object recognisably yours instead of inventing a lookalike. Combined with strong text rendering, that makes it a natural fit for catalogue refreshes, marketplace listings and ad creatives that carry copy. If Seedream 5 Pro is ByteDance's lighting-and-art-direction specialist, 4.5 is the high-resolution production workhorse.
Seedream 4.5 Feature Guide
Key features
- True 4K generation — large native pixel sizes locked to 4K on Cinel.
- Accurate in-image text — brand names, prices, taglines and labels.
- Reference editing — restyle or rebuild a scene while preserving the product.
- Multi-image consistency — a series that keeps the same product across shots.
- Fashion and material detail — textiles, leather grain and craft textures.
- Wide range of frame shapes — from 2:3 portrait to 16:9 and 9:16.
Seedream 4.5 Feature Guide
Specs
| Item | Seedream 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Developer | ByteDance (Seed team) |
| Output on Cinel | Fixed 4K only (options: ['4K']) |
| 4K examples | 3:4 = 3520 × 4704 · 9:16 = 3040 × 5504 · 3:2 = 4992 × 3328 |
| Modes | Text-to-image, image-to-image, reference editing |
| Model reference ceiling | Up to 14 images (Cinel: 3, or up to 8 for members) |
| Text rendering | Strong, suited to ads and flat packaging |
| Cinel cost | 15 credits · Gold / members only (memberOnly: true) |
Seedream 4.5 Feature Guide
How to use Seedream 4.5 on Cinel
- Select Seedream 4.5 from the image models (requires active membership).
- Upload a clean reference photo — front-facing, even light, no heavy shadows — as your reference.
- Describe the new scene and the copy separately: "on a marble counter with morning light; headline on the left reads 'Spring Edit'".
- Pick the frame for the channel: 1:1 for marketplaces, 3:4 or 4:5 for social, 16:9 for site banners (resolution locked to 4K).
- Generate at 15 credits, zoom to 100% to inspect label edges and text, then refine lighting or props with a short follow-up instruction.
Seedream 4.5 Feature Guide
Seedream 4.5 vs Seedream 5 Pro and Seedream 4.0
Seedream 4.5 (15 credits, fixed 4K, members only) is built for sharp in-image text and catalogue-grade 4K delivery. Seedream 5 Pro (from 22 credits) focuses on premium studio lighting and multi-reference art direction at 1.5K/2K; choose it for mood and polish. Seedream 4.0 (flat 8 credits) offers a lower cost per frame and daily trial credits for non-members.
Basic
Full access to all image & video models.
$9.99one-time
Permanent validity · Never expires600 Gold CreditsGood for everyday creation
Model capabilities
- Up to 600 Z-Image Turbo images
- Up to 120 GPT Image 2.5 (1K) images
- Up to 12 Seedance 1.0 Turbo AI videos — up to 12s · 1080p
◆ Unlimited & free generation
- FLUX.2 Klein 4BGold Member · Unlimited
- KolorsUnlimited · Free
- Up to 2 parallel outputs
- Up to 5 reference images
- No watermarks on any model
- Full commercial rights
- Priority generation queue
- Private creations by default
Plus
Full access to all image & video models.
$19.99one-time
Permanent validity · Never expires1,300 Gold CreditsBest value for creators
Model capabilities
- Up to 1,300 Z-Image Turbo images
- Up to 260 GPT Image 2.5 (1K) images
- Up to 27 Seedance 1.0 Turbo AI videos — up to 12s · 1080p
◆ Unlimited & free generation
- FLUX.2 Klein 4BGold Member · Unlimited
- KolorsUnlimited · Free
- Up to 4 parallel outputs
- Up to 10 reference images
- No watermarks on any model
- Full commercial rights
- High-speed VIP priority queue
- Private creations by default
Pro
Full access to all image & video models.
$49.99one-time
Permanent validity · Never expires3,500 Gold CreditsDeep volume discount
Model capabilities
- Up to 3,500 Z-Image Turbo images
- Up to 700 GPT Image 2.5 (1K) images
- Up to 72 Seedance 1.0 Turbo AI videos — up to 12s · 1080p
◆ Unlimited & free generation
- FLUX.2 Klein 4BGold Member · Unlimited
- KolorsUnlimited · Free
- Up to 4 parallel outputs
- Up to 10 reference images
- No watermarks on any model
- Full commercial rights
- High-speed VIP priority queue
- Private creations by default
Ultra
Full access to all image & video models.
$79.90one-time
Permanent validity · Never expires6,000 Gold CreditsLowest cost per credit
Model capabilities
- Up to 6,000 Z-Image Turbo images
- Up to 1,200 GPT Image 2.5 (1K) images
- Up to 125 Seedance 1.0 Turbo AI videos — up to 12s · 1080p
◆ Unlimited & free generation
- FLUX.2 Klein 4BGold Member · Unlimited
- KolorsUnlimited · Free
- Up to 4 parallel outputs
- Up to 10 reference images
- No watermarks on any model
- Full commercial rights
- High-speed VIP priority queue
- Private creations by default
FAQ
Before you create
How much does Seedream 4.5 cost on Cinel?
It costs 15 credits per image at fixed 4K resolution. Access is members only (memberOnly: true; Gold or active plan required).
Can non-members run Seedream 4.5?
No while memberOnly stands. Non-members can try Seedream 4.0 using daily credits or use the public 0-credit free queue on FLUX.2 Klein 4B / Kolors.
Does Seedream 4.5 really output 4K, and can I choose 2K on Cinel?
Yes, it generates at native 4K pixel dimensions (e.g. 4096 × 4096 for a square frame). On Cinel the model is locked to fixed 4K only (options: ['4K']). While upstream ByteDance documentation mentions 2K and 4K, Cinel does not expose a 2K tier for Seedream 4.5.
Is Seedream 4.5 good for ads with text?
Yes. It renders headlines, pricing badges, and short labels with strong legibility and clean typography, making it well suited for promotional banners, packaging concepts, and sale graphics.
Will my product still look like my product after editing?
Reference editing is one of its primary strengths. Use a clean, evenly lit product photo and describe the scene and lighting changes while preserving the product contours, so the item itself stays faithful.
How many reference images can I use on Cinel?
Non-members can attach up to 3 images and members up to 8 where supported. While the upstream model accepts more references, Cinel's studio limits apply.
Seedream 4.5 vs Seedream 5 Pro — what is the difference?
Seedream 4.5 is locked to 4K at 15 credits, optimized for sharp in-image typography and faithful product catalogue detail. Seedream 5 Pro costs 22 credits (or 34 at 2K) and focuses on cinematic studio lighting, premium materials, and multi-reference mood blending at 1.5K/2K.
Is Seedream 4.5 free on Cinel?
No. Seedream 4.5 requires 15 credits and an active membership. Cinel's genuine 0-credit free queue models are FLUX.2 Klein 4B and Kolors on /free-ai-image-generator. External zero-credit trials or API pricing do not apply.
Is there a watermark?
Cinel does not add a visible Cinel watermark on downloads across all tiers. Upstream model provider provenance marks (e.g. C2PA / invisible marks) may apply per provider policy.
Related Models & Tools
Keep creating on Cinel
Step to lighting Pro, typography GPT, or cheaper Seedream trial.
Need 4K type-ready stills?
Open Seedream 4.5 at 15 credits (members · fixed 4K). For free drafts use 4B; for lighting mood use 5 Pro.