Musk Teases xAI's 2T Model Almost Done
Bigger model might top Kimi but keep Grok 4.5 speed
@elonmusk5 hours ago
TL;DR:
- Training on the 2T model wraps up next week
- Should beat the 1.5T Grok 4.5 version
- Aims to match Kimi without losing efficiency
Update from Musk
Elon Musk said xAI is nearly done training its new 2T model. He expects it to beat the 1.5T version he calls Grok 4.5, and maybe even top Kimi while staying close on speed and token use.
Quick Take
xAI wants big scale without the usual slowdowns that come with it. Kimi from Moonshot has stood out for long context and low costs, especially among Chinese models. If xAI hits the target, Grok gets stronger against both Western labs and the Chinese competition. Still, finishing initial training is just the start - real quality checks, safety work, and benchmarks are still ahead.
What It Means
- How big a deal: Medium
- Topics: New model, tech details, industry direction