> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/cheahjs/free-llm-api-resources/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# SambaNova Cloud

> Get $5 in free credits for 3 months to access DeepSeek, Llama, Qwen, and more

## Overview

SambaNova Cloud provides \$5 in trial credits valid for 3 months, giving you access to a comprehensive selection of cutting-edge language models including DeepSeek V3, Llama 4, and Qwen 3.

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  <Card title="Trial Credits" icon="dollar-sign">
    \$5 in free credits
  </Card>

  <Card title="Duration" icon="calendar">
    Valid for 3 months
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Available Models

SambaNova Cloud offers an impressive selection of state-of-the-art models:

### Language Models

<table>
  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Model</th>
      <th>Description</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>

  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-R1-0528</td>
      <td>DeepSeek reasoning model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Llama-70B</td>
      <td>Distilled reasoning model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3-0324</td>
      <td>DeepSeek V3 checkpoint</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.1</td>
      <td>Latest DeepSeek version</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.1-Terminus</td>
      <td>Terminus variant</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.2</td>
      <td>Newest DeepSeek release</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>Llama 3.1 8B</td>
      <td>Efficient Llama model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>Llama 3.3 70B</td>
      <td>Large Llama model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>Llama-4-Maverick-17B-128E-Instruct</td>
      <td>Latest Llama 4 variant</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>Qwen/Qwen3-235B</td>
      <td>Large Qwen model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>Qwen/Qwen3-32B</td>
      <td>Mid-size Qwen model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>openai/gpt-oss-120b</td>
      <td>Open-source GPT model</td>
    </tr>

    <tr>
      <td>E5-Mistral-7B-Instruct</td>
      <td>Embedding model</td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

### Audio Models

* **Whisper-Large-v3**: State-of-the-art speech recognition

<Info>
  SambaNova Cloud is optimized for **fast inference** using specialized hardware, delivering excellent performance across all models.
</Info>

## Getting Started

### 1. Sign Up

Visit [cloud.sambanova.ai](https://cloud.sambanova.ai/) and create a free account to receive your \$5 credit.

### 2. Get Your API Key

Navigate to your dashboard to generate an API key.

### 3. Make API Calls

```python theme={null}
import openai

client = openai.OpenAI(
    api_key="YOUR_SAMBANOVA_API_KEY",
    base_url="https://api.sambanova.ai/v1"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
    model="deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.2",
    messages=[{
        "role": "user",
        "content": "What is the capital of France?"
    }]
)

print(response.choices[0].message.content)
```

```javascript theme={null}
import OpenAI from 'openai';

const client = new OpenAI({
  apiKey: process.env.SAMBANOVA_API_KEY,
  baseURL: 'https://api.sambanova.ai/v1'
});

const response = await client.chat.completions.create({
  model: 'deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.2',
  messages: [{
    role: 'user',
    content: 'What is the capital of France?'
  }]
});

console.log(response.choices[0].message.content);
```

```bash theme={null}
curl https://api.sambanova.ai/v1/chat/completions \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_SAMBANOVA_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "model": "deepseek-ai/DeepSeek-V3.2",
    "messages": [{
      "role": "user",
      "content": "What is the capital of France?"
    }]
  }'
```

## Model Highlights

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  <Card title="DeepSeek V3.2" icon="brain">
    Cutting-edge reasoning and coding capabilities
  </Card>

  <Card title="Llama 4 Maverick" icon="star">
    Latest generation Llama model
  </Card>

  <Card title="Qwen 3 235B" icon="language">
    Massive multilingual model
  </Card>

  <Card title="Whisper Large v3" icon="microphone">
    Best-in-class speech recognition
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Performance Benefits

<Note>
  SambaNova Cloud runs on **specialized AI hardware** designed for fast inference, providing significantly faster response times compared to general-purpose GPUs.
</Note>

### Speed Advantages

* **Low latency**: Optimized hardware for fast responses
* **High throughput**: Process multiple requests efficiently
* **Consistent performance**: Reliable speed across all models

## Use Cases

* **Advanced Reasoning**: DeepSeek models for complex problem-solving
* **Code Generation**: Latest models with strong coding capabilities
* **Multilingual Applications**: Qwen models for global reach
* **Speech Recognition**: Whisper for audio transcription
* **Production Apps**: Fast, reliable inference for real-time applications

## API Compatibility

<Info>
  SambaNova Cloud uses an **OpenAI-compatible API**, making integration seamless with existing tools and codebases.
</Info>

## Resources

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  <Card title="SambaNova Cloud" icon="link" href="https://cloud.sambanova.ai/">
    Access the platform
  </Card>

  <Card title="Documentation" icon="book" href="https://docs.sambanova.ai/">
    View API documentation
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Warning>
  Your \$5 credit expires after 3 months. Plan your usage to maximize value during the trial period.
</Warning>