Gemma 2 27B Instruct
Google's 27B instruction-tuned model. Strong general performance with efficient architecture.
27B parametersgemma2gemma8K context17GB - 30.5GB VRAM
Check Your Hardware
See which quantizations of Gemma 2 27B Instruct your hardware can run.
Quantization Options
| Quantization | Bits | File Size | VRAM Needed | RAM Needed | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | 4.5 | 16 GB | 17 GB | 20 GB | 85% |
| Q5_K_M | 5.5 | 19 GB | 20.5 GB | 24 GB | 90% |
| Q8_0 | 8 | 29 GB | 30.5 GB | 34 GB | 98% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much VRAM do I need to run Gemma 2 27B Instruct?
Gemma 2 27B Instruct requires 17GB VRAM minimum with Q4_K_M quantization. For full precision, you need 30.5GB VRAM.
What is the best quantization for Gemma 2 27B Instruct?
Q4_K_M offers the best balance of quality and VRAM usage. Q8_0 is near-lossless if you have enough VRAM.