NEW KING OF IMAGE UPSCALING? TOPAZ PHOTO AI 3.1 VS AIARTY IMAGE ENHANCER

Introduction

With the explosive rise of AI-generated images, the demand for upscaling tools that enhance image quality has surged, especially since AI images often have lower resolutions compared to non-AI photos. Among the leading names in this domain, Topaz Labs has consistently set the standard for image upscaling tools, including its flagship product, Topaz Photo AI 3.1. However, a recent viewer tip alerted us to a new contender: the AIArtY Image Enhancer. In this article, we will compare these two applications to determine which one stands out in the crowded field of image enhancement.

Introducing AIArtY Image Enhancer

AIArtY is the latest flagship app from GT Software, a company that has been around since 2006, initially focusing on multimedia software rather than AI tools. It officially launched its AI capabilities in June 2024. The AIArtY Image Enhancer is described as a generative AI image enhancement software.

I have previously tested other generative AI upscalers, such as Leonardo's Universal Upscaler, which was recently acquired by Canva. While the Universal Upscaler proved to be a robust general-purpose tool, it sometimes distorted content and introduced imaginative details, which detracted from authentic results. We'll see if AIArtY faces similar challenges.

AIArtY claims to have trained its model on 6.78 million images and can upscale images to a maximum of 32K resolution. However, for this comparison, we are limiting the upscaling to 4K. It includes several enhancement features, much like Topaz Labs:

Blur: Enhances blurry, grainy, pixelated, and soft images.
Noise: Utilizes deep learning algorithms to manage noise and reconstruct images.
Detail Preservation: A specially trained AI model designed to preserve and generate intricate details like skin textures and hair.

Another notable advantage of AIArtY is that it operates as a desktop application rather than a web service, allowing for snappier image importing and exporting as well as batch processing. The software offers a perpetual license for $ 15, which is considerably cheaper than the $ 200 price tag for Topaz Photo AI.

Slideshow Comparison

To evaluate the capabilities of both applications, I used a range of challenging input images that have been used in prior tests. After the slideshow demonstration, I will provide an analysis and verdict.

[Music]

[Visual comparison of images using both application outputs]

[Applause]

[Music]

Analysis of Results

After comparing the outputs from both upscaling tools, here is my breakdown of performance:

Topaz Photo AI 3.1

As expected, Topaz Photo AI excelled across various images, providing competent upscaling without artifacts. It particularly shone in recovering details in images containing corals and intricate textures. Its abilities in face recovery are commendable, capable of upscaling and sharpening blurred faces, something that AIArtY struggled with. Moreover, the detail enhancement in Topaz Photo AI produced sharper rocks and clearer lines compared to its competitor.

AIArtY Image Enhancer

AIArtY demonstrated standout performance in certain areas, particularly with texture reconstruction. For instance, it performed exceptionally well in displaying the feathers of a bird, which Topaz Photo AI couldn’t replicate effectively. In night scenes, AIArtY managed to render clearer details, particularly in the window reflections of buildings. Additionally, it produced sharper results in specific images compared to Topaz.

Conclusion

Overall, taking into account performance across all images assessed, AIArtY emerges as the superior option in this comparison, with clearer, sharper, and more detailed results. Notably, its generative AI technology did not produce any unnatural textures or odd details, unlike some other generative upscalers. Remarkably, a new contender outperformed a long-standing leader in the tech industry, which is indeed great news for consumers as it offers more choices for their upscaling needs.

Feel free to try AIArtY and share your thoughts in the comments below. A special thank you to our viewer for bringing this tool to our attention. If you enjoyed the content, please consider liking, subscribing, and sharing to support future videos. See you in the next one!

Keyword

AI-generated images
Upscaling tools
Topaz Labs
Photo AI 3.1
AIArtY Image Enhancer
AI capabilities
Generative AI
Image enhancement
Texture reconstruction
Perpetual license

FAQ

Q: What is AIArtY Image Enhancer?
A: AIArtY is a generative AI image enhancement software developed by GT Software, designed to improve and upscale images effectively.

Q: How does AIArtY compare to Topaz Photo AI 3.1?
A: In a recent comparison, AIArtY produced sharper, clearer, and more detailed results across various images, making it the preferred choice in certain scenarios.

Q: What are the features of AIArtY?
A: AIArtY includes features for improving blurry images, managing noise, preserving details, and sharpness enhancement.

Q: Is AIArtY available as a desktop application?
A: Yes, AIArtY operates as a desktop app, which allows for quicker image processing and batch handling.

Q: How much does AIArtY cost?
A: AIArtY offers a perpetual license for $ 15, significantly cheaper than Topaz Photo AI, which is priced at $ 200.