What is GGUF?
Quantization
GGUF (GPT-Generated Unified Format) — A file format for storing quantized LLM weights that enables running large language models on consumer hardware (CPUs and Apple Silicon) without expensive GPUs. Created by the llama.cpp project.
FAQ
What is GGUF?
A binary format for quantized LLMs that lets you run models like Llama and Mistral on your laptop without a GPU.
Which GGUF quantization is best?
Q4_K_M for most users (good quality, small size). Q5_K_M for better quality. Q8_0 for near-original.
Can I run GGUF on Mac?
Yes. GGUF runs excellently on Apple Silicon with Metal acceleration via llama.cpp or Ollama.
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