Can Muse Glimmer 30B run on MacBook Neo A18 Pro 8GB?
NO — Won’t fit
K_QUANT_17GB · 4K context · formula estimate
What this means
The checked K_QUANT_17GB build needs about 20.5GB, above this Mac's conservative 5GB working budget.
−15.5GB short
above the working budget
20.5GB
needed at K_QUANT_17GB
K_QUANT_17GB
quant selected
0GB
working headroom
needs 20.5 GBworking budget 5 GB · short 15.5 GB
Where the memory goes
| Component | Detail | GB |
|---|---|---|
| Model weights | K_QUANT_17GB GGUF (16.8 GB) + mmap overhead | 17.6 |
| KV cache | 4K context window | 2.1 |
| Runtime | macOS inference app + compute buffers | 0.8 |
| Total needed | at K_QUANT_17GB, 4K context | 20.5 |
| Working budget | 8 GB unified memory − conservative macOS reserve | 5 |
| Headroom | memory shortfall | −15.5 |
Pick your quant
| Quant | Download | Memory | Estimated speed | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K_QUANT_17GB ★ | 16.8 GB | 20.5 GB | — | ✕ Won't fit |
| K_QUANT_DYNAMIC | 19.7 GB | 23.6 GB | — | ✕ Won't fit |
Other models on this Mac
FAQ
Can the MacBook Neo A18 Pro · 8GB run Muse Glimmer 30B?
Not with the quants currently tracked. The selected K_QUANT_17GB build needs about 20.5GB, above the 5GB working budget.
Which Muse Glimmer 30B 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 Muse Glimmer 30B on this Mac?
Start with LM Studio. This page gives the complete point-and-click walkthrough.
Are these speeds measured on a MacBook Neo A18 Pro?
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.