Deliprao: Open-Weight Models Handle 90%+ of LLM Use Cases; Slow Switch Due to Legacy Code
deliprao · x · 2026-08-16
Deliprao responds to hardmaru on X, reiterating his claim that current open-weight models can handle 90% or more of LLM use cases. He attributes the slow switch to legacy code and newcomers' unawareness, while closed-weight incumbents have strong SEO and influencer reputation. He also comments that Gemini 3.1 Pro is a great model and most baseline models are fine for 99% of everyday work.
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