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Llama 3.1 8B Instruct vs Glimpse

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct is 21× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. Glimpse accepts the larger context window (262K).

Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
Llama 3.1 8B InstructGlimpse
ProviderMetaElorian
Input $/1M$0.050$0.600
Output $/1M$0.080$3.00
Blended $/1M$0.058$1.20
Context window131K262K
Max output118K256K
ReleasedJul 2024Oct 2026
LicenceOpen weightsProprietary
Choose Llama 3.1 8B Instruct if…
  • Costs less per token — $0.058 vs $1.20 blended
  • Open weights — self-hostable
Choose Glimpse if…
  • Larger context window (262K)
  • Newer model (released Oct 2026)
FAQ
Which is better, Llama 3.1 8B Instruct or Glimpse?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both Llama 3.1 8B Instruct and Glimpse, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is Llama 3.1 8B Instruct cheaper than Glimpse?
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct is cheaper: $0.058 versus $1.20 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.050 vs $0.600. Output alone: $0.080 vs $3.00.
What context windows do Llama 3.1 8B Instruct and Glimpse have?
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct: 131,072 tokens. Glimpse: 262,144 tokens.
Who makes Llama 3.1 8B Instruct and Glimpse?
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct is made by Meta. Glimpse is made by Elorian.
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