How Much to Run AI

This calculator provides detailed cost estimates for self-hosting open models like Kimi, GLM, and DeepSeek, helping teams make informed deployment decisions. Key features include: * Model and quantization selection * On-premise or cloud deployment options * VRAM-matched hardware planning * Transparent monthly cost breakdown * Shareable URL for team discussion The tool addresses the common question of self-hosting costs by presenting a comprehensive financial picture. It accounts for various factors such as GPU expenses, electricity rates, operations labor, and system depreciation. Users can adjust assumptions like electricity cost, salary ranges, and depreciation periods to tailor estimates to their specific context. Each result clearly cites its price sources and underlying assumptions, ensuring transparency and reliability. This platform is ideal for engineering leads, finance departments, and technical project managers evaluating infrastructure expenditures for model deployment. It helps quantify the financial implications of running large language models in-house versus utilizing cloud services, facilitating strategic planning and budget allocation without providing a final quote.