DeepSeek
DeepSeek R1 Distill 8B
Compact reasoning model. Good reasoning capabilities in a small package.
8B parametersllamamit128K context5.5GB - 9.5GB VRAM
Check Your Hardware
See which quantizations of DeepSeek R1 Distill 8B your hardware can run.
Quantization Options
| Quantization | Bits | File Size | VRAM Needed | RAM Needed | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | 4.5 | 4.9 GB | 5.5 GB | 8 GB | 85% |
| Q5_K_M | 5.5 | 5.7 GB | 6.5 GB | 8 GB | 90% |
| Q8_0 | 8 | 8.5 GB | 9.5 GB | 12 GB | 98% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much VRAM do I need to run DeepSeek R1 Distill 8B?
DeepSeek R1 Distill 8B requires 5.5GB VRAM minimum with Q4_K_M quantization. For full precision, you need 9.5GB VRAM.
What is the best quantization for DeepSeek R1 Distill 8B?
Q4_K_M offers the best balance of quality and VRAM usage. Q8_0 is near-lossless if you have enough VRAM.