Imagen 4 vs 
Recraft V4 Pro
Recraft V4 Pro is the newer model, released after Imagen 4.
Hyperrealistic Portrait
One prompt, one photorealistic portrait. Skin, eyes, light.
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Price and specs
| Spec | Imagen 4 | Recraft V4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2025 | Feb 2026 |
Common questions
What is the difference between Imagen 4 and Recraft V4 Pro?
Imagen 4 is developed by Google AI while Recraft V4 Pro is developed by Recraft. You can compare their actual outputs across 17 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.
Which is better, Imagen 4 or Recraft V4 Pro?
It depends on your use case. Imagen 4 and Recraft V4 Pro 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 Imagen 4 and Recraft V4 Pro on Rival?
This page shows a side-by-side comparison of Imagen 4 and Recraft V4 Pro 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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