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ByteDance Models
ByteDance builds Seedance for video and Seedream for image, leading generative media models. On thalam you can call 9 ByteDance models through one OpenAI-compatible API, pay per token with no ByteDance account and no subscription.
base_url = https://api.thalam.ai/v1
api_key = tl-live-... # from your thalam dashboard
model = bytedance/seedream-5.0-pro # any model id below
ByteDance Image models
| Model | Context | Price | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedream 5.0 Pro | — | $0.045 / image | Medium |
| Seedream 4.0 | — | $0.030 / image | Fast |
| Seedream 4.5 | — | $0.030 / image | Fast |
| Seedream 5.0 Lite | — | $0.035 / image | Fast |
ByteDance Video models
| Model | Context | Price | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedance 2.5 | — | $1.46 / video | Slow |
| Seedance 2.0 Fast | — | $0.67 / video | Slow |
| Seedance 2.0 | — | $0.84 / video | Slow |
| Seedance 1.5 Pro I2V | — | $0.330 / video | Slow |
| Seedance 1.5 Pro T2V | — | $0.330 / video | Slow |
Call ByteDance models through one API
One OpenAI-compatible endpoint, one bill. Pay per use, no ByteDance account, credits never expire.
ByteDance models in our best-of lists
FAQ
Do I need a ByteDance account to use ByteDance models?
No. thalam gives you ByteDance's models through one API key, billed per use, so you do not need a separate ByteDance account or key.
How much do ByteDance models cost on thalam?
You pay per token (or per image, video or second) at the rate shown on each model page, with no platform fee and no subscription.
Which ByteDance model should I use?
It depends on your task. See the table above for pricing and specs, or the Best AI Models lists for task-by-task picks.