Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct
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Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct
Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct is a 70.6B-parameter llama3.1 model from meta-llama. At Q4_K_M it needs roughly 41 GB of VRAM, placing it in the 24-48gb hardware tier.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Parameters | 70.6B |
| License | llama3.1 |
| Modalities | text |
| Released | 2024-07-16 |
| Weights | meta-llama/Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct |
VRAM requirements
| Quant | VRAM | Runs on |
|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | ~41 GB | RTX 6000 Ada, dual RTX 3090 |
| Q5_K_M | ~50 GB | A100 80GB, H100 |
| Q8_0 | ~76 GB | A100 80GB, H100 |
| FP16 | ~141 GB | multi-GPU / datacenter |
VRAM is estimated from parameter count; MoE models still need all weights resident.
How to run
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Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct has 705,807 downloads in the last month on HuggingFace and 922 likes.
Frequently asked
Quick answers to common questions
How much VRAM does Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct need?
Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct with 70.6B parameters needs approximately 41 GB at Q4_K_M quantization. Use our VRAM calculator for an exact estimate.
Is Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct better than other meta-llama models?
Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct has 70.6B parameters with 8,192 context - a strong choice for general use.
What license is Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct under?
Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct is released under the llama3.1 license, making it suitable for most commercial and personal projects.
What hardware runs Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct well?
With 70.6B parameters, Llama-3.1-70B-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 Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct?
Q4_K_M is the recommended sweet spot - ~98% of FP16 quality at ~27% of the size. Q5_K_M (~50 GB) is an option if you have spare VRAM. Use our VRAM calculator to compare.
What models compete with Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct?
Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct competes with other 35B–106B. Browse our model directory for comparisons, benchmarks, and community reviews to find the best fit.
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