Seedream 4.5 AI Image Generator
A dependable ByteDance image model for everyday work: create images from text, or edit them with several reference images at once.
- Quality
- 2K
- Aspect ratio
- 8
- Reference images
- Up to 14
- Input modes
- Text · Reference

Flat lay of a summer skincare collection on pale sand with palm leaf shadows, orange and cream tones, clean editorial product photography, no text
Seedream 4.5

Retro travel illustration of a red cable car above a turquoise mountain lake, bold flat shapes, warm sunset palette, vintage poster style, no text
Seedream 4.5
What is Seedream 4.5?
Seedream 4.5 is a ByteDance image model known for balanced, dependable results. It produces clean compositions, faithful colors and consistent subjects across a wide range of styles.
Its strength is editing with many references. Combine several images, for example a product, a model and a location, and describe how they should come together in one picture.
On Dola AI Video, Seedream 4.5 sits between the low-cost Seedream 5.0 Flash and the premium Seedream 5.0 Pro. The table below shows its quality option and credits per image.

Why use Seedream 4.5
Consistent results
Predictable output that matches the prompt, useful when you need many images in the same style.
Multi-reference editing
Blend several reference images into one scene while keeping each subject recognizable.
Comfortable with styles
From photorealistic shots to illustrations, posters and flat graphic design.
Simple settings
One quality level and a choice of aspect ratios, so there is little to tune.
Specs and credits
Credits depend on the options you pick. The exact amount is shown on the button before you generate.
| Model | Input modes | Quality | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedream 4.5 | Text · Reference | 2K · 7 credits per image | 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, 2:3, 21:9 |
Seedream 4.5
- Input modes
- Text · Reference
- Quality
- 2K · 7 credits per image
- Aspect ratio
- 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, 2:3, 21:9
Seedance and Seedream are AI models developed by ByteDance. Dola AI Video is an independent platform that gives you access to them and is not affiliated with ByteDance.
How to use Seedream 4.5
- 1
Keep Seedream 4.5 selected
The generator above is set to Seedream 4.5. Choose Text to start from a prompt, or Reference to edit images.
- 2
Describe the result
Write what the image should show. When you use references, say what to keep from each one.
- 3
Generate and download
Download the image without a watermark, or use it as the first frame of a video.
Where Seedream 4.5 shines
Catalog images
Consistent product images across a whole collection, in one look.
Composite scenes
Put people and products from separate photos into one shared setting.
Marketing visuals
Banners, posters and social graphics in a consistent brand style.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use Seedream 4.5 or Seedream 5.0?
Choose Seedream 4.5 for steady, all-round results and for editing with many reference images. Choose Seedream 5.0 Pro for the highest quality, or 5.0 Flash for the lowest cost.
How many reference images can I use with Seedream 4.5?
You can upload several reference images in one generation. The upload area in the generator shows the current limit.
Which aspect ratios does Seedream 4.5 support?
All the common shapes: square, portrait, landscape and wide. The full list is in the table above.
Can I animate a Seedream 4.5 image?
Yes. Download the image, switch the generator to Video, choose Frames and upload it as the first frame.
Are the images watermark-free? Can I use them commercially?
We do not add a watermark, and you can use your images in commercial projects, subject to our Terms of Service and the terms of the model provider.
Is this the official Seedream website?
No. Seedream is developed by ByteDance. Dola AI Video is an independent platform that lets you use Seedream 4.5 and other models in your browser.
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Pay only for what you create
Credits never expire. Choose a monthly plan or a one-time credit pack.