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Yi 1.5 9B Chat
9B bilingual model with strong reasoning.
9B parametersyiapache-2.04K context6.2GB - 10.5GB VRAM
Check Your Hardware
See which quantizations of Yi 1.5 9B Chat your hardware can run.
Quantization Options
| Quantization | Bits | File Size | VRAM Needed | RAM Needed | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | 4.5 | 5.6 GB | 6.2 GB | 8 GB | 85% |
| Q8_0 | 8 | 9.6 GB | 10.5 GB | 13 GB | 98% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much VRAM do I need to run Yi 1.5 9B Chat?
Yi 1.5 9B Chat requires 6.2GB VRAM minimum with Q4_K_M quantization. For full precision, you need 10.5GB VRAM.
What is the best quantization for Yi 1.5 9B Chat?
Q4_K_M offers the best balance of quality and VRAM usage. Q8_0 is near-lossless if you have enough VRAM.