OpenAI
Whisper Small
Compact Whisper model. Good accuracy for everyday transcription tasks.
0.24B parameterswhispermit0.95GB - 0.95GB VRAM
Check Your Hardware
See which quantizations of Whisper Small your hardware can run.
Quantization Options
| Quantization | Bits | File Size | VRAM Needed | RAM Needed | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q8_0 | 8 | 0.454 GB | 0.95 GB | 1.45 GB | 85% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much VRAM do I need to run Whisper Small?
Whisper Small requires 0.95GB VRAM minimum with Q8_0 quantization. For full precision, you need 0.95GB VRAM.
What is the best quantization for Whisper Small?
Q4_K_M offers the best balance of quality and VRAM usage. Q8_0 is near-lossless if you have enough VRAM.