
PPLX
About
The PPLX family of large language models by Perplexity AI is designed to tackle the challenges of traditional LLMs, such as dealing with outdated information and ensuring response accuracy. It features the core models pplx-7b-online and pplx-70b-online, which have 7 billion and 70 billion parameters, respectively 125. These models can access real-time data from the internet, enabling them to generate responses that are both current and factual 156. Building on open-source models like mistral-7b and llama2-70b, Perplexity's unique fine-tuning and search technology enhance these LLMs' efficacy 156. Evaluations indicate these models yield performance on par with or even surpassing prominent models like GPT-3.5 and Llama 2 in delivering precise and timely answers 157. Additional offerings include the pplx-7b-chat and pplx-70b-chat models, available via API and the Labs platform 156.