Step 3 Models — Hardware Requirements
5 Step 3 models from StepFun and the community, from the smallest that runs in 56.5 GB of VRAM up to 201.4B parameters. Every row links to full quantization tables and GPU compatibility.
All Step 3 Models by Size
| Model | Params | Runs from | Context | Publisher | Quant downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 3.5 Flash REAP 121B A11B | 121.0B | 56.5 GB | 262K | ||
| Step 3.5 Flash Base | 197.8B | 92.5 GB | 33K | ||
| Step 3.5 Flash Base Midtrain | 197.8B | 92.5 GB | 131K | ||
| Step 3.5 Flash | 199.4B | 68.5 GB | 262K | ||
| Step 3.7 Flash | 201.4B | 60.9 GB | 262K |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much VRAM do I need to run a Step 3 model?
- The smallest Step 3 model, Step 3.5 Flash REAP 121B A11B, runs from 56.5 GB of VRAM at an aggressive quantization. Larger family members need proportionally more — see the table above for every model.
- Which Step 3 models can I run on a 16 GB GPU?
- No Step 3 model currently fits in 16 GB of VRAM — the family starts at 56.5 GB.
- What is the most popular Step 3 model to run locally?
- Step 3.7 Flash is the most downloaded Step 3 model in local-friendly quantized formats. It runs from 60.9 GB of VRAM.