Compatibility Matrix

This matrix shows how many catalog profiles can run at each VRAM tier, split by workload scenario. Use it as a planning shortcut before checking individual model pages.

Scenario 8GB tier12GB tier16GB tier24GB tier48GB tier
Chat 71102122173205
Coding 456681120135
Multimodal 3348598494
Reasoning 1631416580
Embedding 1213131414

How to use this matrix

  1. Pick your actual VRAM ceiling first.
  2. Find the scenario row that matches your workload.
  3. Open model pages from that subset and compare measured signals.

Compatibility FAQ

What does a compatible model count mean?
A compatible count means the catalog profile has a minimum VRAM requirement at or below that tier. It is a planning filter, not a guarantee of quality, latency, or context length.
Which VRAM tier should I start with?
Start with your physical GPU VRAM ceiling, then open model pages to compare quantization, measured status, and workload fit before choosing a runtime.
Why do some workloads have fewer compatible models?
Coding, reasoning, multimodal, and embedding workloads can have different model families and memory profiles, so the compatible count changes by scenario.
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