Multi-Token Prediction merged into llama.cpp for up to 3x faster inference
llama.cpp now supports predicting multiple tokens per step, cutting latency dramatically...
Deep Dive
Multi-Token Prediction (MTP) is finally getting approved for llama.cpp. Time to prepare for the update.
Key Points
- MTP predicts 2–4 tokens per step, reducing decoding latency by 30–50%.
- Supported via the `--mtp N` flag in llama.cpp, requiring fine-tuned models.
- Meta originally proposed the technique; community models and reference checkpoints available.
Why It Matters
Faster local inference makes on-device LLMs viable for real-time applications like chat, coding assistants, and edge deployment.