Yes — GLM-5.3 (753B-A40B) runs at 17 tok/s on M5 Ultra with 512 GB RAM using Q4_K_M quantization via MLX. A capable open-source LLM with 753B-A40B parameters.
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Tokens per second | 17 tok/s |
| Time to first token | — |
| Quantization | Q4_K_M |
| Minimum RAM | 512 GB |
| Recommended engine | MLX |
| Parameters | 753B-A40B |
| Benchmark date | 2026-09 |
Q4_K_M 753B-A40B MLX M5 Ultra
The recommended engine for GLM-5.3 on M5 Ultra is MLX. Install with pip and pull the model:
Alternatively, you can use Ollama for a simpler setup:
| Chip | Speed | First Token | Min RAM | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 Ultra | 12 tok/s | — | 512 GB | MLX |
To run GLM-5.3 on M5 Ultra you need:
GLM-5.3 needs about 512 GB of unified memory. These current Apple Silicon Macs have the headroom to run it comfortably:
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