Local AI & Hardware
Run models on your own computer: how much memory they need, which GPUs and NPUs help, and the apps that make it practical.
How much VRAM do you need to run an LLM locally?
Work out how much GPU memory a local LLM needs from its size, quantization and context length. Our formula is checked against 13 real model files.
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How to run an LLM locally on Windows, Mac or Linux
Install Ollama, pick a model that fits your memory, chat with it, check it runs on the GPU and connect other apps, with the official commands for each OS.
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Ollama vs LM Studio: which one should you use?
Ollama or LM Studio for running LLMs locally? Compare license terms, platforms, interface, local APIs and server use, from each project's own docs.
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