Image
GA
Open source
GLM-Image
Image and poster generation with Chinese text
Release2026-01
Context4K
Max output—
Parameters12B
Local / VRAM24–32 GB
LicenseOpen source
Overview
GLM-Image is a model in the Image category from Z.ai (Zhipu AI). It was released in 2026-01. The vendor is based in China. Best for: Image and poster generation with Chinese text.
Strengths
- MIT
- Strong Chinese text
- Local
Limits
- Average English aesthetics
- 24 GB GPU
Specifications
| Vendor | Z.ai (Zhipu AI) |
|---|---|
| Category | Image |
| Release | 2026-01 |
| Status | GA |
| License | Open source |
| License name | MIT |
| Commercial use | Allowed |
| Parameters | 12B |
| Context window | 4K |
| Input modalities | Text, Image |
| Output modalities | Image |
| Prompt types | Text |
| Negative prompts | No |
| Max outputs | 1-4 |
| Resolution | 1MP-2K |
| Local deployment | Yes |
| VRAM | 24–32 GB |
| System RAM | 32–64 GB |
| API access | Yes |
| Pricing | Free weights |
| Confidence | Medium |
| Vendor country | China |
| Vendor type | Open lab |
Pricing & hardware
Free weights
This model can be self-hosted or run locally. Approximate GPU memory: 24–32 GB. Approximate system RAM: 32–64 GB. API access is available.