BGE-M3

BAAI

Unique tri-function embedding model: dense retrieval, sparse BM25-style retrieval, and multi-vector ColBERT-style retrieval in one model. 100+ languages, 8K context.

Embedding Local BGE Family vM3

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Context Window

tokens

Parameters

568M

params

Source

Local

local

License

MIT

license

BGE Family Timeline 2 versions

BGE-M3 Current local

Feb 2024

BGE Large Latest local

Jan 2024

Local Model Specs

Architecture

XLM-RoBERTa Extended

Runtime

sentence-transformers / FlagEmbedding

Disk Size

2.2 GB

Details

Release Date: February 1, 2024
Knowledge Cutoff: -
Source: Local
License: MIT
Model ID: bge-m3

Last updated: March 13, 2026