Model Categories
General Models
Models optimized for general photographic images
Anime Models
Specialized models for anime images and illustrations
Video Models
Lightweight models designed for video upscaling
Quick Reference
General Images
| Model | Scale | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| RealESRGAN_x4plus | 4x | Best quality for general images |
| RealESRGAN_x2plus | 2x | General images with 2x upscaling |
| realesr-general-x4v3 | 1x-4x | Lightweight, fast processing |
| RealESRNet_x4plus | 4x | MSE loss (smoother results) |
Anime Content
| Model | Scale | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| RealESRGAN_x4plus_anime_6B | 4x | Anime images and illustrations |
| realesr-animevideov3 | 1x-4x | Anime videos (lightweight) |
Model Selection Guide
For General Photography
For General Photography
Use RealESRGAN_x4plus for the best quality on natural images, photographs, and general content. This is the flagship model with 23 RRDB blocks.If you need faster processing or have limited GPU memory, try realesr-general-x4v3, which is a compact model that still delivers good results.
For Anime/Manga
For Anime/Manga
Use RealESRGAN_x4plus_anime_6B for anime images and illustrations. This model is optimized specifically for anime characteristics and uses only 6 RRDB blocks for efficiency.For anime videos, use realesr-animevideov3, which is designed for temporal consistency and fast processing.
For Video Processing
For Video Processing
Video processing requires models that balance quality with speed. Use:
- realesr-animevideov3 for anime videos
- realesr-general-x4v3 for general video content
For Smooth Results
For Smooth Results
If you prefer smoother, less sharp results (useful for certain artistic styles), use RealESRNet_x4plus. This model is trained with MSE loss, producing over-smooth effects compared to GAN-based models.
Discriminator Models: Models ending with
_netD are discriminator networks used for fine-tuning. You typically don’t need these for inference.Download Locations
All models are hosted on GitHub Releases:-n parameter:
Next Steps
General Models
Detailed specifications and usage
Anime Models
Anime-specific optimizations
Video Models
Video processing workflows