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MLX

Apple's array framework for machine learning on Apple Silicon. MLX-LM provides fast inference and fine-tuning for transformer models using unified memory. Optimal backend for Apple M-series chips.
Platforms
macOS
Backends
Metal (Apple Silicon only)
Quant formats
4-bit, 8-bit, BF16, mixed-precision via mlx-lm
MLX website โ†—

Videos about MLX

Apple Silicon MLX & LLM Inference: The Complete Guide

WWDC25: Explore large language models on Apple silicon with MLX | Apple

WWDC25: Get started with MLX for Apple silicon | Apple

FAQ

What platforms does MLX support?โ–ถ

MLX runs on macOS with backends Metal (Apple Silicon only).

What quant formats does MLX support?โ–ถ

MLX supports 4-bit, 8-bit, BF16, mixed-precision via mlx-lm.