LLaDA-8B-Instruct
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LLaDA-8B-Instruct
LLaDA-8B-Instruct is a 8B-parameter mit model from GSAI-ML. At Q4_K_M it needs roughly 5 GB of VRAM, placing it in the 8–12 GB GPU hardware tier.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Parameters | 8B |
| License | mit |
| Modalities | text |
| Released | 2025-02-19 |
| Weights | GSAI-ML/LLaDA-8B-Instruct |
VRAM requirements
| Quant | VRAM | Runs on |
|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | ~5 GB | RTX 4060, RTX 3060 8GB |
| Q5_K_M | ~6 GB | RTX 4060, RTX 3060 8GB |
| Q8_0 | ~9 GB | RTX 3060 12GB, RTX 4070 |
| FP16 | ~16 GB | RTX 4060 Ti 16GB, RTX 4080 |
VRAM is estimated from parameter count; MoE models still need all weights resident.
How to run
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Frequently asked
Quick answers to common questions
How much VRAM does LLaDA-8B-Instruct need?
LLaDA-8B-Instruct with 8B parameters needs approximately 5 GB at Q4_K_M quantization. Use our VRAM calculator for an exact estimate.
Is LLaDA-8B-Instruct better than other GSAI-ML models?
LLaDA-8B-Instruct has 8B parameters with 8,192 context - a strong choice for general use.
What license is LLaDA-8B-Instruct under?
LLaDA-8B-Instruct is released under the mit license, making it suitable for most commercial and personal projects.
What hardware runs LLaDA-8B-Instruct well?
With 8B parameters, LLaDA-8B-Instruct requires adequate VRAM. High-end GPUs like the RTX 4090 (24GB), RTX 5090 (32GB), or Mac Studio with unified memory are good options. Check our hardware directory for specific recommendations.
What is the best quantization for LLaDA-8B-Instruct?
Q4_K_M is the recommended sweet spot - ~98% of FP16 quality at ~27% of the size. Q5_K_M (~6 GB) is an option if you have spare VRAM. Use our VRAM calculator to compare.
What models compete with LLaDA-8B-Instruct?
LLaDA-8B-Instruct competes with other models in its class. Browse our model directory for comparisons, benchmarks, and community reviews to find the best fit.
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