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Qwen 3.8 models criticized for dense and unclear output

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A user on Reddit's r/LocalLLaMA subreddit expressed frustration with the readability of Qwen 3.8 models, specifically the 27b and Flash Next versions. The user found the model's output to be unnecessarily dense, citing examples where it used mathematical symbols and abstract terms like "gravity" instead of clearer language. This perceived decline in human-readability is compared to similar criticisms leveled against Claude 5, with the user suggesting that Qwen 3.6 was the last easily understandable iteration. AI

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Qwen 3.8 models criticized for dense and unclear output

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/parepeg ·

    Unpopular opinion Qwen 3.8 is hard to understand

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I find both Qwen 3.8 27b and Qwen 3.8 Flash Next difficult to read.</p> <p>Here's some examples of what I mean:</p> <blockquote> <p>**Model-visible tool set per turn** (assembled by the host at provider-request time): persona tool allowlist ∩ ses…

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