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Nemotron Nano 9B v2

Nemotron Nano 9B v2 is NVIDIA's lightweight model optimized for speed with 131K token context window and 157 tokens/second output rate.

Context 131K
Tier Lightweight
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$0.040 / 1M tokens
across 3 providers
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Cheapest on Deep Infra — 14% below avg
ProviderInput / 1MOutput / 1MSpeedTTFTUpdated
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Deep Infra
$0.040$0.160143 t/s709ms4/4/2026
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OpenRouter
$0.040$0.160143 t/s709ms4/14/2026
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Together AI
$0.060$0.250143 t/s709ms4/14/2026

Prices updated daily. Last check: 4/14/2026

Model Details

General

Creator
NVIDIA
Family
Nemotron
Tier
Lightweight
Context Window
131K
Modalities
Text

Capabilities

Tool Calling
No
Open Source
No

Strengths & Limitations

  • High output speed at 157.12 tokens per second for rapid text generation
  • Fast response initiation with 240ms time to first token
  • Large 131,072 token context window for processing lengthy documents
  • Lightweight architecture optimized for throughput over complex reasoning
  • NVIDIA optimization for efficient inference deployment
  • Suitable for high-volume applications requiring consistent performance
  • Good balance of capability and speed for production workloads
  • No tool calling or function execution capabilities
  • Text-only modality without image or multimodal input support
  • Proprietary model with no access to weights for customization
  • Lightweight tier may have reduced reasoning capability compared to flagship models
  • Limited complex problem-solving compared to larger models in family

Key Features

•131,072 token context window
•High-speed text generation at 157.12 tokens/second
•Fast response initiation (240ms time to first token)
•Streaming text output
•Text-only input and output
•NVIDIA-optimized inference
•Lightweight architecture for efficient deployment
•Batch processing support

About Nemotron Nano 9B v2

Nemotron Nano 9B v2 is NVIDIA's lightweight text generation model within the Nemotron family. Positioned as a speed-optimized option, this model targets applications where fast response times and high throughput are priorities over maximum reasoning capability. The model features a 131,072 token context window and delivers strong performance metrics with 157.12 output tokens per second and a 240ms time to first token. As a text-only model, it focuses on efficient language generation without multimodal capabilities or tool calling features. The model operates as a proprietary offering without open-source weights. Nemotron Nano 9B v2 serves applications requiring rapid text processing at scale, such as content generation pipelines, chatbots with volume constraints, and real-time text completion systems where latency matters more than complex reasoning capabilities.

Common Use Cases

Nemotron Nano 9B v2 is designed for applications prioritizing speed and throughput over complex reasoning. It excels in content generation pipelines, customer service chatbots handling high message volumes, real-time text completion systems, and automated writing assistance where rapid response times are critical. The large context window makes it suitable for document summarization, content editing workflows, and applications processing lengthy text inputs. Organizations needing consistent, fast text generation for production systems will find this model well-suited for chatbot backends, content moderation, and text processing APIs where latency and throughput requirements outweigh the need for advanced reasoning capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nemotron Nano 9B v2 cost per million tokens?

Nemotron Nano 9B v2 pricing varies by provider and may include different pricing tiers for standard versus batch processing. Check the pricing table above for current rates across all available providers.

What is Nemotron Nano 9B v2 best used for?

Nemotron Nano 9B v2 is optimized for applications requiring fast text generation and high throughput, such as chatbots, content generation pipelines, and real-time text completion systems. Its 157 tokens/second output speed and 240ms response time make it ideal for production workloads where speed matters more than complex reasoning.

Does Nemotron Nano 9B v2 support tool calling or function execution?

No, Nemotron Nano 9B v2 does not support tool calling or function execution capabilities. It is focused on efficient text generation and processing. For applications requiring tool use or function calling, consider other models in NVIDIA's lineup with those specific capabilities.