Starcoder vs Starcoderbase 1B
Side-by-side comparison of VRAM requirements, quantization, context length, and hardware compatibility.
Specifications
| Starcoder | Starcoderbase 1B | |
|---|---|---|
| Parameters | 15.8B | 1.1B |
| Context | — | — |
| Architecture | — | — |
| License | bigcode-openrail-m | bigcode-openrail-m |
| Downloads | 25.4K | 2.9K |
| Released | Oct 2024 | Sep 2023 |
VRAM by Quantization: Starcoder vs Starcoderbase 1B
| Quantization | Bits | Starcoder VRAM | Starcoderbase 1B VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| BF16 | 16.00 | 34.8 GB | 2.5 GB |
Verdict
Starcoderbase 1B needs less VRAM at BF16 (2.5 GB vs 34.8 GB), so it fits on smaller GPUs. Starcoder is the more widely downloaded of the two.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which needs less VRAM, Starcoder or Starcoderbase 1B?
At BF16, Starcoder needs 34.8 GB and Starcoderbase 1B needs 2.5 GB, so Starcoderbase 1B is the lighter option to run locally.
- What is the difference between Starcoder and Starcoderbase 1B?
Starcoder is a 15.8B model from BigCode (StarCoder family), while Starcoderbase 1B is a 1.1B model from BigCode (StarCoder family). Compare their VRAM requirements above to see which fits your GPU or Mac.