Can I run dolphin3?

dolphin3 system requirements

Memory needed at 4K context, counting model weights, KV cache, compute buffers and runtime overhead. Download sizes come from the official Ollama registry.

Showing the 3 smallest non-alias builds. Choose any build and change the context. A context above the build's documented maximum is a hypothetical calculation, not a supported setting.

How to run dolphin3 locally

1. 1.Install Ollama for Windows, macOS or Linux.
2. 2.Download this exact build in a terminal: ollama pull dolphin3:8b
3. 3.Check the source for the build's task. For text generation, run ollama run dolphin3:8b. Base/text builds may need a prompt template; an instruct build is usually the appropriate starting point for a conversation.

Frequently asked questions about dolphin3

How much VRAM do I need to run dolphin3?

At 4K context, the smallest published build of dolphin3 (Q4_K_M) needs roughly 5.8 GB of GPU memory once weights, KV cache, compute buffers and runtime overhead are counted. Bigger quantizations and longer context windows need more. It can also run partly or entirely on the CPU using system RAM, more slowly.

Can I run dolphin3 without a dedicated GPU?

A supported CPU runtime can use system RAM. The smallest listed build needs an estimated 5.8 GB at 4K context, plus headroom for your operating system. Check the build's runtime requirements. We have not measured its speed on your CPU.

How big is the dolphin3 download?

The smallest published build is 4.6 GB. There are 3 builds in total, the largest being 15.0 GB. Leave some extra free disk space beyond the download itself.

How do I run dolphin3 locally?

Install Ollama, then download a specific build with "ollama pull dolphin3:8b". For a build that supports text generation, use ollama run with the same tag. Check the model source for its task and prompt format.

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