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TOOL · r/LocalLLaMA English(EN) · 6h

Nex2 mini Phase Twin - 16gb footprint, 30b model

A new 30 billion parameter model, Nex2 mini Phase Twin, has been released, optimized for local LLM users, particularly those with Intel Arc A770 GPUs. The model is designed to perform well on single-card setups and even better with two cards, automatically calibrating to the user's hardware for optimal performance. Initial reports indicate good performance, with one user achieving 89 tokens/second on a 16GB card. AI

IMPACT Provides a new option for users running local LLMs, especially those with specific hardware like Intel Arc GPUs.
- 30b Parameter Model
- Nex2 mini Phase Twin
RESEARCH · Mastodon — mastodon.social English(EN) · 1mo · [2 sources]

📰 Star Elastic AI 2026: One Checkpoint, Three Models (30B, 23B, 12B) — NVIDIA’s Breakthrough in Eff... Star Elastic is a breakthrough AI model that embeds 30B,

NVIDIA has developed a new AI model called Star Elastic, which integrates three distinct model sizes (30B, 23B, and 12B parameters) into a single checkpoint. This approach significantly reduces training costs and token usage by 360 times. The model also promises improved inference performance, potentially enabling it to run on consumer-grade GPUs. AI

IMPACT This novel approach to model architecture could significantly reduce inference costs and broaden the accessibility of advanced AI capabilities.
- NVIDIA
- Star Elastic