GPT Image 2 vs 
Nano Banana 2.1
Nano Banana 2.1 is the newer model, released after GPT Image 2.
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Price and specs
| Spec | GPT Image 2 | Nano Banana 2.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Input price | — | $1.5/M tokens |
| Output price | — | $7.5/M tokens |
| Context window | — | 66K tokens |
| Weights | — | Closed |
| Free API (OpenRouter) | — | No |
| Released | Apr 2026 | Oct 2026 |
| At 10M a month | not listed | $15.00 |
Input tokens at list price. No caching, no batch discount.
Where to run it
GPT Image 2
No hosts listed on OpenRouter.
Nano Banana 2.11 host
Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 6 Oct 2026.
Common questions
What is the difference between GPT Image 2 and Nano Banana 2.1?
GPT Image 2 is developed by OpenAI while Nano Banana 2.1 is developed by Google AI. You can compare their actual outputs across 19 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.
Which is better, GPT Image 2 or Nano Banana 2.1?
It depends on your use case. GPT Image 2 and Nano Banana 2.1 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 GPT Image 2 and Nano Banana 2.1 on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of GPT Image 2 and Nano Banana 2.1 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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Same lab, same size, long tail
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