FLUX.3 Image vs 
Qwen Image (Fast)
FLUX.3 Image is the newer model, released after Qwen Image (Fast).
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Which answer wins?
Price and specs
| Spec | FLUX.3 Image | Qwen Image (Fast) |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | — | Open |
| Free API (OpenRouter) | No | — |
| Released | Oct 2026 | Dec 2025 |
Where to run it
FLUX.3 Image1 host
Qwen Image (Fast)
No hosts listed on OpenRouter.
Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 10 Oct 2026.
Common questions
What is the difference between FLUX.3 Image and Qwen Image (Fast)?
FLUX.3 Image is developed by Black Forest Labs while Qwen Image (Fast) is developed by Qwen. You can compare their actual outputs across 17 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.
Which is better, FLUX.3 Image or Qwen Image (Fast)?
It depends on your use case. FLUX.3 Image and Qwen Image (Fast) each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 17 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.
How can I compare FLUX.3 Image and Qwen Image (Fast) on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of FLUX.3 Image and Qwen Image (Fast) 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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