Ornith-1.5 9B
A small model for comparison: it shows what fits into an ordinary Mac – and what you give up.
Parameters: 9B (dense, 4-bit) · Memory: 4.8 GB · Context: 256K
| Model | Chip | Generation | Reading | First token | Power while answering |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ornith-1.5 9B 9B · 4-bit · 4.8 GB | Mac Studio M5 Ultra 96 GB | 161 tok/s | 5,193 tok/s | 0.03 s | measurement coming |
| Mac mini M6 16 GB | 26 tok/s | 998 tok/s | 0.17 s | 7.6 W |
Last measured: November 10, 2026
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