Llama Guard 3 1B vs Meta Llama Guard 2 8B
Side-by-side comparison of VRAM requirements, quantization, context length, and hardware compatibility.
Specifications
| Llama Guard 3 1B | Meta Llama Guard 2 8B | |
|---|---|---|
| Parameters | 1.5B | 8.0B |
| Context | — | — |
| Architecture | — | — |
| License | llama3.2 | Llama 3 Community |
| Downloads | 44.9K | 8.3K |
| Released | Sep 2024 | May 2024 |
VRAM by Quantization: Llama Guard 3 1B vs Meta Llama Guard 2 8B
| Quantization | Bits | Llama Guard 3 1B VRAM | Meta Llama Guard 2 8B VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| BF16 | 16.00 | 3.3 GB | 17.7 GB |
Verdict
Llama Guard 3 1B needs less VRAM at BF16 (3.3 GB vs 17.7 GB), so it fits on smaller GPUs. Llama Guard 3 1B is the more widely downloaded of the two.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which needs less VRAM, Llama Guard 3 1B or Meta Llama Guard 2 8B?
At BF16, Llama Guard 3 1B needs 3.3 GB and Meta Llama Guard 2 8B needs 17.7 GB, so Llama Guard 3 1B is the lighter option to run locally.
- What is the difference between Llama Guard 3 1B and Meta Llama Guard 2 8B?
Llama Guard 3 1B is a 1.5B model from Meta (Llama family), while Meta Llama Guard 2 8B is a 8.0B model from Meta (Llama family). Compare their VRAM requirements above to see which fits your GPU or Mac.