Compare Models (select 4)
Choosing the right image model in Influencer Studio comes down to what you value most: premium visual quality and creative range, or rapid iteration with flexible styling tools. Grok Imagine and Z-Image Turbo both support text-to-image and image-to-image, but they’re optimized for different workflows.
Below is a practical comparison of strengths, ideal use cases, and cost considerations based on their stated capabilities and per-image credit pricing.
Side-by-Side Results
Prompt
"Close-up phone-camera YouTube thumbnail shot of a 20s influencer with shoulder-length dark hair in a messy bun, wearing an oversized pastel hoodie and small hoop earrings, making an exaggerated wide-eyed “WAIT—WHAT?!” face while holding an iced coffee up to the lens. Candid selfie at a busy neighborhood café window with bold colorful signage behind them, dynamic off-center composition, high contrast, natural daylight spilling in and catching highlights on their face."
Prompt
"A candid phone-camera shot of a late-20s woman with long wavy dark-brown hair in a simple white slip dress layered under an oversized beige cardigan, holding a bouquet from the florist and glancing near the camera with a shy smile as her partner (late-20s, short black hair) leans in to kiss her temple. They’re standing on a quiet park path by a small gazebo with soft warm golden-hour sunlight, dreamy bokeh from string lights in the background, looking like an Instagram Story “wedding week errands” moment. Natural lighting, slightly imperfect handheld framing, authentic wedding-photography warmth and romantic mood without feeling posed."
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"A 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in a faded graphic tee and high-waisted light-wash jeans holds her phone at arm’s length, looking near the camera with a half-smile while walking past a corner bodega on a sunny street. Candid “day in my life” vibe with natural daylight, slight motion blur, warm nostalgic 90s disposable-camera look: film grain, faded colors, soft focus, and a subtle light leak in one corner."
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"A mid-20s woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in a loose hoodie and bike shorts holds her phone at arm’s length, looking slightly past the camera with a half-smile while unboxing a small skincare package on a messy kitchen counter. Morning window light, everyday clutter (mug, keys, fruit bowl), casual “just opened this” vibe with natural phone-camera grain and imperfect framing."
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"A candid travel-influencer selfie at golden hour on a windy cliffside overlook in Big Sur, California, with a sweeping ocean coastline and rugged rocks behind them; a woman in her mid-20s with sun-kissed wavy brown hair wearing a light hoodie, bike shorts, and worn hiking sneakers, holding the phone slightly above eye level and glancing near the camera with a relaxed, just-finished-a-hike smile. Natural warm sunlight, a few flyaway hairs, minimal makeup, and a small daypack strap visible, framed like an Instagram story with realistic handheld perspective and subtle motion blur from the breeze."
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"A candid street-photography-style shot of a 20s woman with shoulder-length dark curly hair, minimal makeup, wearing a thrifted oversized denim jacket over a black tee, gray sweatpants, and worn sneakers, holding an iced coffee and glancing toward the phone camera like she’s filming an Instagram story mid-walk. Urban sidewalk outside a corner café with gritty brick walls, scattered flyers, a passing bus blur, and slightly messy morning energy; natural overcast daylight with soft shadows, 35mm film look with subtle grain and imperfect focus. She’s mid-step, one hand in her pocket, the other holding the cup up near her face as if doing a quick “coffee run” update."
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"A high-quality stock photo of a woman in her mid-20s with shoulder-length curly dark hair, wearing a casual oversized hoodie and black leggings, holding her phone at arm’s length for a selfie video while looking near the front-facing camera with a relaxed half-smile. She’s standing in a bright home kitchen next to a counter with a coffee mug and a grocery bag, captured in natural morning window light with clean, even exposure and an authentic “daily check-in” Instagram story vibe. Clean composition, realistic skin texture, minimal makeup, candid posture like she just started recording."
Prompt
"A 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in a cozy oversized cream sweater and light-wash jeans holds a sleek pastel water bottle with a visible logo close to the camera, smiling softly and looking slightly past the lens like she’s mid-sentence. Candid phone-camera shot at a bright kitchen counter with morning sun through a window, a half-cut lemon and laptop in the background, casual “hydration routine” vibe with clean, natural lighting. Keep it realistic and relatable like a TikTok UGC ad—handheld framing, minimal makeup, everyday clutter, but clear product placement."
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"A candid phone-camera wide‑angle shot of a woman in her late 20s with shoulder-length wavy dark hair, wearing a cozy oatmeal sweater and black leggings, standing in a bright, beautifully staged modern living room (cream sofa, textured rug, indoor olive tree, minimal coffee table) as she points behind her like she’s giving a quick apartment tour, eyes looking near the lens mid-sentence. Natural window light pouring in from large floor-to-ceiling windows, clean Zillow/Airbnb-listing vibe with tidy, inviting decor and realistic details (throw blanket, a book, ceramic vase). Casual Instagram story feel, slightly imperfect framing like a handheld selfie, no cinematic lighting, just soft daylight and real-life warmth."
Prompt
"A 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in an oversized gray hoodie and black leggings holds a sleek matte-black skincare serum bottle up near her face, glancing toward the phone camera with a casual half-smile like she’s filming an Instagram story in her small kitchen. Shot on a smartphone at arm’s length in natural window light, with the product isolated on a clean white background beside her hand (no clutter), dramatic studio-style lighting on the bottle, crisp sharp shadow, high-end commercial product-launch feel while she remains candid and everyday."
Prompt
"Portrait photo of a 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy dark hair in a cozy oversized hoodie and leggings, holding her phone slightly above eye level for a casual selfie while glancing near the camera with a relaxed, “mid-sentence” expression. She’s seated by a café window with a half-finished iced latte and an open laptop in the foreground, soft natural morning light on her face, shallow depth of field with warm bokeh from street lights outside, 85mm lens feel. Clean, authentic Instagram-story vibe—slightly imperfect framing, candid posture, real-life background details."
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"Hyperrealistic DSLR-quality photo of a 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy dark brown hair and light freckles, wearing an oversized heather-gray hoodie and black leggings, holding her phone at arm’s length for a casual front-camera selfie while glancing near the lens with a half-smile. She’s seated at a small coffee shop table with a slightly messy iced latte, laptop, and earbuds, morning window light casting soft shadows and realistic skin texture/imperfections (no glam retouching). Background shows a real café vibe—other patrons slightly blurred, street reflections in the window, natural colors and true-to-life lighting."
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"Casual phone-camera selfie at home in a bright kitchen: a 20s woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in an oversized gray hoodie and leggings crouches at eye level, looking near the camera with a relaxed half-smile while holding her ginger tabby cat close. The cat is the star—sharp focus on its eyes and whiskers as it leans toward the lens, warm morning window light and a slightly messy countertop in the background for an authentic pet-Instagram vibe."
Prompt
"A candid phone-camera portrait of a 28–35-year-old professional influencer with shoulder-length dark hair in a neat blowout, wearing a tailored navy blazer over a simple white crewneck top, subtle jewelry, and natural makeup. They’re standing near a bright office window with a neutral background, holding their phone slightly above eye level like an Instagram story, looking just off-camera with an approachable confident smile and relaxed posture. Soft natural daylight, realistic skin texture, minimal retouching, LinkedIn-appropriate executive vibe while still feeling like everyday social content."
Prompt
"A 24–30-year-old woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair in a cozy oversized sweatshirt and biker shorts sits at a small window table in a neighborhood café, holding an iced latte and glancing toward the phone camera mid-laugh like someone filming an Instagram story. The table has a half-open laptop, a croissant, and earbuds tossed casually, with street reflections in the window behind her. Warm natural window light, slightly imperfect handheld smartphone framing, candid everyday vibe."
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"25–30-year-old woman with long wavy brunette hair and subtle glam makeup, wearing an oversized beige knit sweater, light-wash straight jeans, and clean white sneakers. Candid coffee-shop moment: she’s holding an iced latte up near the camera like a casual “morning check-in” selfie, seated by a window with a laptop and tote bag on the table, eyes looking just off-camera mid-laugh. Shot on a phone front camera with soft natural window light and warm, slightly golden Instagram color grading, shallow depth of field, authentic influencer feed vibe."
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"A casual influencer-style professional headshot of a 25–32-year-old woman with shoulder-length dark brown hair in a low ponytail, wearing a smart-casual beige blazer over a plain white tee, holding her phone slightly above eye level like an Instagram Story selfie and looking near the camera with a confident, friendly expression. Shot in a quiet café corner with a clean muted light-grey wall behind her (no clutter), soft natural window light from the side, minimal shadows, realistic skin texture and everyday vibe. Subtle details like a coffee cup on the table edge and simple stud earrings, framed like a LinkedIn-ready headshot but still candid and UGC-authentic."
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"A casual Instagram Stories-style shot of a woman in her mid-20s with shoulder-length wavy brown hair, wearing an oversized oatmeal sweater and simple gold hoops, leaning over a small café table and glancing toward the phone camera as if mid-sentence. In the foreground, a beautifully plated avocado toast with poached egg and chili flakes on a ceramic plate, latte art cappuccino, scattered microgreens, linen napkin and fork, shot at a dramatic 45-degree angle with natural window light and a few crumbs for realism. Cozy café setting with soft background blur, everyday candid vibe like a quick “brunch check-in” selfie video thumbnail."
Prompt
"Top-down flat lay on a small café table: a woman in her mid‑20s with shoulder-length wavy brown hair and a cozy oatmeal sweater leans into the frame from the edge, looking up toward the phone camera with a relaxed half-smile, one hand holding an iced latte. A balanced arrangement of a croissant on a ceramic plate, lipstick, keys, notebook with scribbles, sunglasses, and an iPhone showing an Instagram story draft on a clean marble surface. Soft natural window light, casual candid vibe like a real TikTok “coffee + planning my day” post."
Prompt
"A candid gym mirror selfie of a woman in her mid-20s with shoulder-length wavy brown hair, wearing a slightly sweaty sage-green sports bra and high-waisted black leggings, holding her phone up with one hand and a half-finished protein shake in the other while looking near the camera with a relaxed post-workout smile. Real commercial gym locker-room mirror, water bottle and towel on the bench behind her, natural overhead gym lighting with a bit of glare and fingerprints on the mirror for realism. Casual “just finished leg day” vibe, unposed and approachable like an Instagram story."
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Grok Imagine | Z-Image Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | xAI | Tongyi Lab (Alibaba) |
| Subcategories | text-to-image, image-to-image | text-to-image, image-to-image |
| 1080p / 2k Mode | Yes | Yes |
| 4k Mode | No | No |
| NSFW Rating | Low | Low |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 3:4, 4:3 | 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 3:4, 4:3 |
| Starting Price | 4 credits | 8 credits |
| Full Details | View Grok Imagine | View Z-Image Turbo |
Grok Imagine Strengths
- Strong creative compositions that handle imaginative concepts and stylized scenes well
- High-detail, photorealistic output suited to polished, production-ready visuals
- Reliable for “hero” images where realism, lighting, and texture matter
- Cost-efficient at 4 credits per image for high-quality generations
Z-Image Turbo Strengths
- Ultra-fast generation for quick ideation, batch testing, and rapid iteration
- LoRA support for more controlled styling and repeatable looks across a series
- Good fit for standard-quality needs where speed is the priority
- Best for high-volume workflows despite higher per-image cost (8 credits)
Verdict
If your priority is premium-looking results—especially photorealistic, high-detail images and more ambitious creative compositions—Grok Imagine is the stronger default pick and is also cheaper per image at 4 credits.
If you need speed, frequent iterations, or consistent style control via LoRA, Z-Image Turbo is the better workflow tool—particularly for high-volume testing and template-based content—though it costs 8 credits per image.
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