Groq
Inference API powered by custom LPU chips — sub-100ms response for Llama, Mixtral, and DeepSeek.
Groq is an inference API powered by custom LPU chips — sub-100ms response for Llama, Mixtral, and DeepSeek. Groq runs inference on its custom-designed LPU (Language Processing Unit) silicon optimized for low-latency model serving.
About Groq
Groq is an inference API that runs open-source language models on its custom LPU (Language Processing Unit) chips.
Its edge is latency: the LPU silicon is built for low-latency model serving, and Groq is known for response times typically under 100 milliseconds on supported models. The API hosts open-source models including Llama, Mixtral, and DeepSeek, with a free developer tier alongside paid usage tiers.
It fits developers who need fast responses from open-source LLMs and want to start on the free tier. It's not for you if you need to train or fine-tune — Groq does inference only — or if you want proprietary models like GPT-4 or Claude, which aren't in the catalog. The free tier is also subject to rate limits and token quotas.
Among AI Web Apps in the inference space, Groq's pitch is speed on its own LPU hardware rather than the widest model selection.
Sources: https://groq.com, this listing
What it does well
- Groq runs inference on its custom-designed LPU (Language Processing Unit) silicon optimized for low-latency model serving.
- The API hosts open-source large language models including Llama, Mixtral, and DeepSeek.
- Groq is known for response times typically under 100 milliseconds on supported models.
- A free developer tier is offered alongside paid usage tiers.
Where it falls short
- Groq provides inference only and does not support model training or fine-tuning on its platform.
- The model catalog is restricted to open-source LLMs and does not include proprietary models like GPT-4 or Claude.
- Free tier usage is subject to rate limits and token quotas.
Tagged
- Web-based
- Enterprise Plan
- Free
- Freemium
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</a>Frequently asked questions
- What is Groq?
- Groq is an inference API powered by custom LPU chips — sub-100ms response for Llama, Mixtral, and DeepSeek.
- Is Groq free?
- Groq offers a free tier and paid plans with higher limits or premium features.
- What platforms does Groq support?
- Groq runs on web.
- What category does Groq belong to?
- Groq is in the AI Web Apps category — Web apps with AI baked in — built for everything from journaling to research. Submitter-shipped products live here.
- What are the downsides of Groq?
- Groq provides inference only and does not support model training or fine-tuning on its platform. The model catalog is restricted to open-source LLMs and does not include proprietary models like GPT-4 or Claude. Free tier usage is subject to rate limits and token quotas.