all-MiniLM-L6-v2
Classic lightweight embedding model — fast and CPU-friendly
Verdict
The embedding model that started the vector search revolution. 22M params, runs anywhere. Quality surpassed by newer models but still the default for quick prototypes and edge deployment.
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