Model Management

GPU vs CPU Inference with Ollama: Performance Guide TL;DR GPU inference with Ollama delivers dramatically faster token generation compared to CPU-only setups on consumer hardware. The exact speedup depends on your specific GPU, CPU, and model, but the difference is immediately noticeable. The performance gap widens with larger models. Key takeaways for your hardware decisions: ...

llama.cpp vs Ollama: Which Local LLM Runner Should You Use TL;DR Ollama wins for most self-hosters who want their local LLM running in under 5 minutes. It handles model downloads, GPU acceleration, and exposes a clean OpenAI-compatible API at localhost:11434. Perfect for Docker Compose stacks with Open WebUI, and it integrates seamlessly with tools like Continue.dev for VSCode or n8n workflows. ...