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Local AI user seeks VRAM guidance for document management

A user on the r/LocalLLaMA subreddit is seeking advice on the optimal VRAM for a local AI setup, specifically for document management tasks using tools like paperless-ai. They are considering GPUs in the 8-12 GB VRAM range and want to ensure a good user experience without overspending on hardware that might be overkill for their needs. AI

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Local AI user seeks VRAM guidance for document management

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

    My only real use case for a local AI use is document management, how much VRAM do I realistically need for a good experience?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I just want to use paperless-ai and be able to ask questions relative to it. Bonus points if I could use it with home assistant but that's not the focus. </p> <p>I just can't see needing a 32 GB VRAM GPU for just that, but I don't want to buy a G…