Qwen-Image and the Qwen image models
The original Qwen-Image and hosted Qwen Image 3 now each have a fixed-prompt benchmark here. The original is the downloadable model; Image 3 adds a hosted editor and resolution-tier pricing on fal. Compare the returned text, compositions and edits rather than assuming the family name describes one endpoint.
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Which one to pick
Side by side, measured
| Model | Price | Seconds per image | 12 prompts cost | Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qwen Image 3 | $0.04 per 1k image via fal | 10 to 156 | $0.76 | Custom dimensions, total area from 512x512 to 2048x2048 |
| Qwen-Image | $0.02 per megapixel via fal | 5 to 26 | $0.38 | Any size up to about 2K through fal's presets or custom pixels |
Seconds and cost are from our own runs of the same 12 prompts through each model; open a model for every picture and the request behind it.
Every version
| Version | Released | What changed |
|---|---|---|
| Qwen-Image qwen-image | 20-billion-parameter open-weight model, Apache 2.0, built for text rendering. | |
| Qwen-Image-Edit | The editing sibling, open weights. | |
| Qwen-Image-2512 | Refresh with more realistic people and stronger text; open weights. | |
| Qwen-Image 2.0 | Native 2K and better typography, hosted only; fal's endpoint is deprecated. | |
| Qwen-Image 3.0 | Hosted generation and editing; fal now lists $0.04 at 1K and $0.075 at 2K. See the endpoint schema for its 5000-character prompt limit. |
Frequently asked questions
Is Qwen-Image 3.0 open source?
No. It launched on 21 July 2026 as a hosted model with no weights or licence. The original Qwen-Image and its 2512 refresh are open under Apache 2.0.