GLM-5.3-Flash matches top models at a fraction of the cost, and runs without Nvidia

Z.ai has launched the GLM-5.3-Flash model, featuring 320 billion parameters, which scores just three points lower than the larger GLM-5.3 on the Intelligence Index. Notably, the new model operates on Chinese AI chips instead of Nvidia hardware, indicating a shift towards local technology reliance. This approach could pave the way for new innovations in the market, allowing the model to compete with leading models at a significantly lower cost.