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AI model · United States ·Mar 2026

MAI-Image-2

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About MAI-Image-2

MAI-Image-2 is an AI model developed by Microsoft, released in 2026, made available as a proprietary (API-only) model. MAI-Image-2 is Microsoft's second-generation in-house image generation model released March 18, 2026. Model Card details.

On this page you'll find MAI-Image-2's full specifications. Review provider pricing and benchmark scores below, or compare MAI-Image-2 head-to-head with other AI models.

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What is MAI-Image-2?

MAI-Image-2 is Microsoft's second-generation in-house image generation model released March 18, 2026. Model Card details It is tracked on GenAIList with its specifications, benchmark scores and provider pricing.

Who created MAI-Image-2?

MAI-Image-2 was developed by Microsoft and released in 2026.

Is MAI-Image-2 open source or proprietary?

MAI-Image-2 is a proprietary model. It is accessed through an API rather than by downloading the weights.

How much does MAI-Image-2 cost?

Pricing for MAI-Image-2 depends on the provider. See the providers table on this page for the latest API rates.

How does MAI-Image-2 perform on benchmarks?

Benchmark scores for MAI-Image-2 are listed on this page as they are published. You can compare it head-to-head with other models on the GenAIList compare tool.

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