| Quant Type | Benefits | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M | ✅ Smallest size (fastest inference) | ❌ Lowest accuracy compared to other quants |
| ✅ Requires the least VRAM/RAM | ❌ May struggle with complex reasoning | |
| ✅ Ideal for edge devices & low-resource setups | ❌ Can produce slightly degraded text quality | |
| Q5_K_M | ✅ Better accuracy than Q4, while still compact | ❌ Slightly larger model size than Q4 |
| ✅ Good balance between speed and precision | ❌ Needs a bit more VRAM than Q4 | |
| ✅ Works well on mid-range GPUs | ❌ Still not as accurate as higher-bit models | |
| Q8_0 | ✅ Highest accuracy (closest to full model) | ❌ Requires significantly more VRAM/RAM |
| ✅ Best for complex reasoning & detailed outputs | ❌ Slower inference compared to Q4 & Q5 | |
| ✅ Suitable for high-end GPUs & serious workloads | ❌ Larger file size (takes more storage) |
