LLM Reference

ZAYA1 Models by Zyphra

ZyphraApache 2.0Open source
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

Release Timeline

1 release group
2026-05
1 current
ZAYA1-8B
reasoning33k context8.4B parameters
Current

Specifications(1 models)

ZAYA1 model specifications comparison
ModelReleasedContextParametersReasoning
ZAYA1-8B2026-0533k8.4BYes

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.