ZAYA1 Models by Zyphra
1 model2026Up to 33k ctx
Details
ResearcherZyphra
LicenseApache 2.0OSI-approved
Commercial useCommercial use: permitted
Models1
Released2026
Max context33k
Capabilities
ReasoningAll models
About
ZAYA1 is a family of 1 AI model by Zyphra, released in 2026.
Current Variants
Use-when guidance is based on each model's tracked capabilities, context window, release date, and replacement status.
1 in view
ZAYA1-8BCurrent
Use when the workload needs reasoning, 33k context, and 8.4B parameters.
2026-05reasoning33k context8.4B parameters
| Model | Use when | Released | Signals | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZAYA1-8B | Use when the workload needs reasoning, 33k context, and 8.4B parameters. | 2026-05 | reasoning33k context8.4B parameters | Current |
Release Timeline
1 release group2026-05
1 current
ZAYA1-8B
Currentreasoning33k context8.4B parameters
Specifications(1 models)
| Model | Released | Context | Parameters | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZAYA1-8B | 2026-05 | 33k | 8.4B | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ZAYA1 used for?
- ZAYA1 is used for reasoning, coding, and math-heavy prompts. The family description and listed model capabilities point to those workloads as the best fit.
- How does ZAYA1 compare to Zamba?
- ZAYA1 by Zyphra is strongest where you need reasoning, while Zamba by Zyphra is the closest related family to check for adjacent model selection. ZAYA1 has 1 listed variant and reaches up to 33k context, while Zamba reaches up to 4k context, so compare the specs and pricing tables before choosing a production model.
- Which ZAYA1 model should I use?
- If price is the main constraint, use the pricing table first because ZAYA1 does not have complete provider pricing in the local data. For the most capable/latest local choice, evaluate ZAYA1-8B with 33k context and reasoning.


