FLUX.3 Image vs 
Hy Image 3.5 Preview
Hy Image 3.5 Preview is the newer model, released after FLUX.3 Image.
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Which answer wins?
Price and specs
| Spec | FLUX.3 Image | Hy Image 3.5 Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Free API (OpenRouter) | No | No |
| Released | Oct 2026 | Oct 2026 |
Where to run it
FLUX.3 Image1 host
Hy Image 3.5 Preview1 host
Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 10 Oct 2026.
Common questions
What is the difference between FLUX.3 Image and Hy Image 3.5 Preview?
FLUX.3 Image is developed by Black Forest Labs while Hy Image 3.5 Preview is developed by Tencent. You can compare their actual outputs across 19 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.
Which is better, FLUX.3 Image or Hy Image 3.5 Preview?
It depends on your use case. FLUX.3 Image and Hy Image 3.5 Preview each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 19 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.
How can I compare FLUX.3 Image and Hy Image 3.5 Preview on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of FLUX.3 Image and Hy Image 3.5 Preview across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output in a blind duel. Browsing and voting are free. No account is needed to look; signing in only saves your votes and likes.
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