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Llama 3.1 8B Instruct: Pricing, Context Window & Benchmarks

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Meta's latest class of model (Llama 3.1) launched with a variety of sizes & flavors. This 8B instruct-tuned version is fast and efficient. It has demonstrated strong performance compared to leading closed-source models in human evaluations. To read more about the model release, [click here](https://ai.meta.com/blog/meta-llama-3-1/). Usage of this model is subject to [Meta's Acceptable Use Policy](https://llama.meta.com/llama3/use-policy/).

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Input Price
$0.10/1M tokens
Output Price
$0.10/1M tokens
Intelligence
11.7
Coding
4.9

What you can do with Llama 3.1 8B Instruct

Everyday Q&A and clear explanations

Writing help (emails, posts, summaries)

Idea generation and brainstorming

Learning support with step-by-step guidance

Composite Indices

Intelligence, Coding, Math

Standard Benchmarks

Academic and industry benchmarks

Benchmark Highlights

6 tests
GPQA
25.9%
MMLU Pro
47.6%
LiveCodeBench
11.6%
Math 500
51.9%
AIME 2025
4.3%
HLE
5.1%
Metric Value
Provider Meta
Context Window 16,384 tokens
Input Price $0.10/1M tokens
Output Price $0.10/1M tokens
Release Date Jul 23, 2024
Modalities text
Capabilities N/A

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Frequently asked questions

What is Llama 3.1 8B Instruct good for?

Use Llama 3.1 8B Instruct for everyday tasks like writing, summarizing, brainstorming, and getting clear explanations.

How much does Llama 3.1 8B Instruct cost?

Pricing is based on usage. Current rates are $0.10/1M tokens for input and $0.10/1M tokens for output.

Can I try Llama 3.1 8B Instruct for free?

Yes. You can start a chat instantly and test the model before deciding on a plan.

Does Llama 3.1 8B Instruct support images or audio?

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct focuses on text-based tasks.

Benchmarks and pricing are sourced from Artificial Analysis where available. OpenRouter specs are used as a fallback.