Can Laguna S 2.1 run on Mac Studio M5 Max 64GB?
NO — Won’t fit
Q4_K_M · 4K context · formula estimate
What this means
The checked Q4_K_M build needs about 109.9GB, above this Mac's conservative 57.6GB working budget.
−52.3GB short
above the working budget
109.9GB
needed at Q4_K_M
Q4_K_M
quant selected
0GB
working headroom
needs 109.9 GBworking budget 57.6 GB · short 52.3 GB
Where the memory goes
| Component | Detail | GB |
|---|---|---|
| Model weights | Q4_K_M GGUF (96 GB) + mmap overhead | 100.8 |
| KV cache | 4K context window | 8.3 |
| Runtime | macOS inference app + compute buffers | 0.8 |
| Total needed | at Q4_K_M, 4K context | 109.9 |
| Working budget | 64 GB unified memory − conservative macOS reserve | 57.6 |
| Headroom | memory shortfall | −52.3 |
Pick your quant
| Quant | Download | Memory | Estimated speed | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4_K_M ★ | 96 GB | 109.9 GB | — | ✕ Won't fit |
| Q8_0 | 128.8 GB | 144.3 GB | — | ✕ Won't fit |
Other models on this Mac
Laguna S 2.1 on other Mac Studio M5 Max configurations
FAQ
Can the Mac Studio M5 Max · 64GB run Laguna S 2.1?
Not with the quants currently tracked. The selected Q4_K_M build needs about 109.9GB, above the 57.6GB working budget.
Which Laguna S 2.1 quant should I use on this Mac?
None of the tracked quants fit this configuration safely. Choose a smaller model or a Mac with more unified memory.
Which app should I use for Laguna S 2.1 on this Mac?
Start with LM Studio. This page gives the complete point-and-click walkthrough.
Are these speeds measured on a Mac Studio M5 Max?
No. The range is a formula estimate based on memory bandwidth, model size, active parameters, cooling, and a 4K context. The app, backend, thermals, and prompt can change real performance.