How 20 AI image models render: “A monochrome, grainy, photorealistic medium close-up shot from a high angle: a young woman with messy, short curls, fair, freckled skin, and an intense, direct gaze into the camera. She is wearing a faded, worn-in black flat cap, a distressed vintage leather jacket over a dark undershirt, several thin silver chains, and a small hoop earring. Soft, diffused side lighting from the left casts gentle shadows across her face. In the background, a weathered wall with peeling plaster. Shallow depth of field, a moody, gritty film aesthetic, and sharp focus on the subject's eyes.”

Same prompt, sent verbatim, at each model's default settings and a fixed seed. Judge: face and hands, fabric, believable expression. 115 community votes so far.

Community prompt by @chris70 · voting closed 2026-09-27

20 text-to-image models rendered this portrait & fashion prompt with the identical text at their default settings and a fixed seed. Grok Imagine Image 2 is the community favourite so far, winning 75% of its 12 head-to-head votes on this prompt. Grok Imagine Image Quality was the fastest at 5.2s.

What to look for: correct anatomy, natural expressions, convincing fabric drape, and hands with the right number of fingers.

FAQ

Which AI model renders this prompt best?

Grok Imagine Image 2 leads this prompt in the BudgetPixel AI Image Arena, winning 75% of its 12 blind head-to-head votes. Vote on the arena page to add your judgement.

Were the prompts adjusted per model?

No. Every model received the exact same prompt, unmodified, at its default settings, with no negative prompt or style suffix. Some models rewrite prompts internally, and that is part of what is being compared.

Can I run this prompt myself?

Yes. Each tile’s “Try” link opens the BudgetPixel workshop with this prompt and that model preselected.