Try this compact multimodal model for writing and everyday questions that benefit from a picture. It is a useful comparison with small text-only models.
Where it works well
- A manageable download for a personal laptop.
- Writing and visual questions in the same chat.
- Reasoning support for focused problems.
Common use cases
- Draft alt text for a clear image.
- Compare two short sets of supplied specifications.
- Turn an outline into a concise email.
Know its limits
- Tiny text and exact counts in images may be wrong.
- Reasoning can take time on a CPU; a longer answer is not a guarantee of accuracy.
Run it on your computer
Start with a compressed download and a short conversation. Our estimate is about 12 GB of total RAM or Mac unified memory, with room for the operating system. The listed 3.3–4.0 GB download is the model file, not its full running memory use.
Check the model’s supported runtime and hardware before loading it. System RAM on a PC and unified memory on a Mac are different from dedicated NVIDIA VRAM. A memory match doesn’t guarantee compatibility or speed. Choose a smaller model if responses are too slow.
Use a desktop app that supports the listed model format, such as LM Studio or Ollama. Download the exact local variant, load it in Chat, and start with one small task. Model downloads need internet; local chat can work offline once the model is downloaded.
Official model information
Model capabilities checked October 2026. The use cases above are practical starting suggestions, not performance guarantees.