Cost
Free Local AI vs Paid Cloud APIs: Real Cost Comparison
An RTX 3090 pays for itself in 2 weeks of moderate API usage. Full break-even math for local vs OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google APIs with current 2026 pricing.
How Much Does It Cost to Run LLMs Locally?
$200-800 for hardware, $5-15/month in electricity, and a 3-6 month breakeven vs ChatGPT Plus at $240/year. Full cost breakdown with real numbers.