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Ideogram 4.0

First open-weights image model to top all major leaderboards.

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Hot score

90/100

Tracking since 2026-06-05. Saturation 18%.

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What is Ideogram 4.0?

Ideogram 4.0 is the latest version of the Ideogram image generation model, released as open weights for the first time. It has achieved top scores across all major image model arenas, surpassing both proprietary and open-source competitors. This release marks a significant milestone in the AI image generation space, as it combines state-of-the-art quality with the accessibility of open weights. The model excels in text rendering, compositional accuracy, and aesthetic appeal, addressing common pain points in AI-generated imagery. Ideogram 4.0 is available for download and can be run locally or integrated into applications, offering developers and creators unprecedented control and customization. The open-weights release is expected to accelerate innovation in the field, enabling fine-tuning, research, and deployment in diverse use cases.

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  3. Test as drop-in replacement

Key features

  • Open-weights release for the first time
  • Top scores on all image model arenas
  • Superior text rendering and composition
  • High aesthetic quality and detail
  • Customizable for fine-tuning and research
  • Supports local and cloud deployment

Who should use this

AI researchers, developers building image generation apps, and creators who want a top-performing open model for fine-tuning or commercial use.

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Ideogram 4.0 is an open-weight text-to-image model trained from scratch, with bounding-box layout control, multilingual text rendering, and native 2K output. For developers and enterprises building on visual AI.
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Saturation

18%

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