Image
GA
Open weights
Qwen-Image 2.1
Consistent character/product images with up to 10 references
Release2026-08
Context4K
Max output—
Parameters7B + 8B encoder
Local / VRAM24–32 GB
LicenseOpen weights
Overview
Qwen-Image 2.1 is a model in the Image category from Alibaba (Qwen). It was released in 2026-08. The vendor is based in China. Best for: Consistent character/product images with up to 10 references.
Strengths
- 10 reference images
- 2048x2048
- Strong editing
Limits
- Commercial use prohibited
- 24 GB GPU
Specifications
| Vendor | Alibaba (Qwen) |
|---|---|
| Category | Image |
| Release | 2026-08 |
| Status | GA |
| License | Open weights |
| License name | Qwen-Image Non-Commercial License |
| Commercial use | Not allowed |
| Parameters | 7B + 8B encoder |
| Architecture | MMDiT + vision encoder |
| Context window | 4K |
| Input modalities | Text, Image |
| Output modalities | Image |
| Prompt types | Text, Image, Reference |
| Negative prompts | No |
| Max outputs | 1-4 |
| Resolution | 2048x2048 |
| Local deployment | Yes |
| VRAM | 24–32 GB |
| System RAM | 32–64 GB |
| API access | Yes |
| Pricing | Free weights (non-commercial) |
| Confidence | Medium |
| Vendor country | China |
| Vendor type | Cloud provider |
Pricing & hardware
Free weights (non-commercial)
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.