Q2_K1GB VRAM minimum

Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K VRAM Requirements

This page answers Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M q2_k quantization queries with explicit calculations from our model requirement dataset and compatibility speed table.

Short answer

Direct requirement summary for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K

Short answer: Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M typically needs around 1GB VRAM at Q2_K, and 2GB is safer for smoother usage.

Minimum VRAM

1GB

Recommended VRAM

2GB

Target quantization

Q2_K

Requirement Snapshot

Current quantization-specific requirement breakdown

Selected quantizationQ2_K

Minimum VRAM1GB

Q4 baseline1GB

Q8 baseline1GB

FP16 baseline1GB

Methodology

No hand-wavy numbers

Estimated from Q4 using a 45% memory reduction assumption for Q2_K.

Throughput data below uses available compatibility measurements/estimates and is sorted by tokens per second for this model.

Need general guidance? Review full methodology.

Next steps for this requirement

AMD Instinct MI300X

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NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB

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NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB

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Q4 requirements Q4_K_M requirements Q5_K_M requirements Q8 requirements FP16 requirements

Best GPUs for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M (Q2_K)

GPU	VRAM	Quantization	Speed	Compatibility	Buy
AMD Instinct MI300X	192GB	Q4	916 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB	141GB	Q4	827 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB	80GB	Q4	594 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
AMD Instinct MI250X	128GB	Q4	573 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB	80GB	Q4	377 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
RTX 5090	32GB	Q4	360 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA A100 80GB SXM4	80GB	Q4	350 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
AMD Instinct MI210	64GB	Q4	285 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA A100 40GB PCIe	40GB	Q4	273 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
RTX 4090	24GB	Q4	216 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada	48GB	Q4	214 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA L40	48GB	Q4	199 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options

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VRAM requirements FAQ

How much VRAM does Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M need at Q2_K?

Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M at Q2_K is estimated to require about 1GB VRAM minimum, with 2GB recommended for smoother operation.

Which GPUs can run Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K?

Start with AMD Instinct MI300X, NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB, NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB and review each compatibility page for full speed and fit details.

Should I use Q2_K or a different quantization for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M?

Q2_K is a balance point between memory usage and quality. If your GPU is below 1GB, consider lower-bit quantization; if you have extra VRAM, compare Q8/FP16 options for quality-sensitive workloads.

Q2_K1GB VRAM minimum

Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K VRAM Requirements

This page answers Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M q2_k quantization queries with explicit calculations from our model requirement dataset and compatibility speed table.

Short answer

Direct requirement summary for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K

Short answer: Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M typically needs around 1GB VRAM at Q2_K, and 2GB is safer for smoother usage.

Minimum VRAM

1GB

Recommended VRAM

2GB

Target quantization

Q2_K

Requirement Snapshot

Current quantization-specific requirement breakdown

Selected quantizationQ2_K

Minimum VRAM1GB

Q4 baseline1GB

Q8 baseline1GB

FP16 baseline1GB

Methodology

No hand-wavy numbers

Estimated from Q4 using a 45% memory reduction assumption for Q2_K.

Throughput data below uses available compatibility measurements/estimates and is sorted by tokens per second for this model.

Need general guidance? Review full methodology.

Next steps for this requirement

AMD Instinct MI300X

Check full compatibility details and speed context for this model.

Can AMD Instinct MI300X run Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M? →Buy options for AMD Instinct MI300X →

NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB

Check full compatibility details and speed context for this model.

Can NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB run Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M? →Buy options for NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB →

NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB

Check full compatibility details and speed context for this model.

Can NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB run Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M? →Buy options for NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB →

Need GPU recommendations?

Compare curated best GPU guides by budget and workload.

Browse best GPU guides →

Need a complete build?

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Prefer prebuilt systems?

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Compare prebuilt systems →

Compare other quantization tiers for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M

Q4 requirements Q4_K_M requirements Q5_K_M requirements Q8 requirements FP16 requirements

Best GPUs for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M (Q2_K)

GPU	VRAM	Quantization	Speed	Compatibility	Buy
AMD Instinct MI300X	192GB	Q4	916 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB	141GB	Q4	827 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB	80GB	Q4	594 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
AMD Instinct MI250X	128GB	Q4	573 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA H100 PCIe 80GB	80GB	Q4	377 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
RTX 5090	32GB	Q4	360 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA A100 80GB SXM4	80GB	Q4	350 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
AMD Instinct MI210	64GB	Q4	285 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA A100 40GB PCIe	40GB	Q4	273 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
RTX 4090	24GB	Q4	216 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada	48GB	Q4	214 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options
NVIDIA L40	48GB	Q4	199 tok/s	View full compatibility	Buy options

Back to Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M model page Full hardware requirements Best GPU guides Prebuilt systems Local AI build guides

VRAM requirements FAQ

How much VRAM does Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M need at Q2_K?

Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M at Q2_K is estimated to require about 1GB VRAM minimum, with 2GB recommended for smoother operation.

Which GPUs can run Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M Q2_K?

Start with AMD Instinct MI300X, NVIDIA H200 SXM 141GB, NVIDIA H100 SXM5 80GB and review each compatibility page for full speed and fit details.

Should I use Q2_K or a different quantization for Ibm Granite Granite Docling 258M?

Q2_K is a balance point between memory usage and quality. If your GPU is below 1GB, consider lower-bit quantization; if you have extra VRAM, compare Q8/FP16 options for quality-sensitive workloads.