StarChat Models by Hugging Face H4
2 models2023Up to 8k ctx
About
StarChat is a family of 2 AI models by Hugging Face H4, released in 2023.
Current Variants
Use-when guidance is derived from seed capabilities, context, release, and replacement fields.
2 in view
StarChat AlphaCurrent
Use when the workload needs 8k context and 16B parameters.
2023-058k context16B parameters
StarChat BetaCurrent
Use when the workload needs 8k context and 16B parameters.
2023-058k context16B parameters
| Model | Use when | Released | Signals | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| StarChat Alpha | Use when the workload needs 8k context and 16B parameters. | 2023-05 | 8k context16B parameters | Current |
| StarChat Beta | Use when the workload needs 8k context and 16B parameters. | 2023-05 | 8k context16B parameters | Current |
Release Timeline
1 release group2023-05
2 current
StarChat Alpha
Current8k context16B parameters
StarChat Beta
Current8k context16B parameters
Specifications(2 models)
| Model | Released | Context | Parameters |
|---|---|---|---|
| StarChat Alpha | 2023-05 | 8k | 16B |
| StarChat Beta | 2023-05 | 8k | 16B |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is StarChat used for?
- StarChat is used for coding. The family description and listed model capabilities point to those workloads as the best fit.
- How does StarChat compare to Zephyr?
- StarChat by Hugging Face H4 is strongest where you need coding, while Zephyr by Hugging Face H4 is the closest related family to check for structured outputs. StarChat has 2 listed variants and reaches up to 8k context, while Zephyr reaches up to 8k context, so compare the specs and pricing tables before choosing a production model.
- Which StarChat model should I use?
- If price is the main constraint, use the pricing table first because StarChat does not have complete provider pricing in the local data. For the most capable/latest local choice, evaluate StarChat Alpha with 8k context.


