Is GPT Image 2 Out Yet?

April 5, 2026

LM Arena aliases discovered

Multiple aliases matching "gpt-image-2" patterns were found on the LM Arena leaderboard, confirming OpenAI has a next-generation image model in active testing. The model scored significantly higher than gpt-image-1 on quality metrics.

Expected: Late April – Mid May 2026

Predicted launch window

Based on OpenAI's typical pattern of Arena testing 2-6 weeks before launch, and the April 5 discovery date, the most likely launch window is late April to mid-May 2026. We will update this page the moment official news drops.

Context

Previous launch pattern: gpt-image-1

For reference, gpt-image-1 appeared on Arena benchmarks roughly 3 weeks before its official API launch in April 2025. If GPT Image 2 follows a similar timeline, the API could be available by late April or early May.