How to Run Qwen Locally (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

Step 1. Download DeepSeek AI Chat on PC

Step 2. Choose Qwen Model and Install

Step 3. Chat with Qwen AI Assistant

Are you looking for a way to run the Qwen model locally? Want to know how to deploy it and use it on your desktop? Congratulations! You're in the right place! In this guide from Kingshiper, you'll learn how to set up your environment from scratch, download the model, and successfully run Qwen locally for an efficient natural language processing experience.

How to Run Qwen Locally on PC

Before we start, make sure you have prepared the following items:

• A Windows PC - It's recommended to have more than 10GB of free storage space to download and run the Qwen model. Make sure your system is stable and capable of basic file management and extraction tasks.

• Download DeepSeek AI Chat - This is an AI assistant that supports running large language models locally. With it, you can download and load the Qwen model to run it on your PC for natural language processing and intelligent conversations.

Step 1Download DeepSeek AI Chat on PC

DeepSeek AI Chat is an AI assistant that supports running large language models locally on your computer. It offers multiple model options, including DeepSeek and Qwen, and is compatible with Windows 10 and 11. Follow the steps below to download it on your PC:

• Visit the official Kingshiper website and download the latest version of the DeepSeek AI Chat.

• On the pop-up installation window, click on the “Customize” option and select a drive with plenty of free space for installation. It’s best to avoid installing on your system drive (usually C:) because the model files are large and may affect your computer’s overall performance.

• After installation, click “Start Now” to launch the app and open the main interface, where you can proceed to download the Qwen model.

Step 2Choose Qwen Model and Install

After launching the program, click on the “Model” box. Next, select the “Qwen” AI capability. Choose the one that best fits your needs, then click “OK” to confirm. 

In the main interface, select the disk where you want to install the model under “Install Path,” then click “Start Local Deployment.”

Step 3Chat with Qwen AI Assistant

After you’ve downloaded the Qwen model, it will automatically launch the AI Chat Tool. You can simply type your questions, requests, or commands into the input box, and Qwen will generate real-time responses that accurately and efficiently meet your needs.

How to Choose Proper Local Qwen Versions?

If you want to run the Qwen model locally, you might feel confused while seeing many versions available. Each has different sizes and capabilities. Since each version varies in performance, features, and hardware requirements, picking the right one is essential for local deployment and efficient use.

Here is a simple guide to help you choose the best Qwen local model for your needs:

Qwen Model Versions	Best For	Use Case Example	User Type
Qwen 2.5 - 1.5B	Basic chats, quick tasks	Simple Q&A, note-taking, semantic fill-in	Students, beginners
Qwen 3 - 1.7B	Basic understanding, text generation	Short replies, daily chatting	Beginners
Qwen 2.5 - 3B	General Q&A, code comments	Coding help, blog outlines	Hobbyists, junior developers
Qwen 3 - 4B	Multi-turn chat, basic logic tasks	Mini chatbots, content drafts	Content creators, creatives
Qwen 2.5 - 7B	Summarizing, brainstorming	Reports, PPT outlines	Teachers, professionals
Qwen 3 - 8B	Mid-level reasoning, code explanation	Code review suggestions, problem solving	Tech enthusiasts, programmers
Qwen 2.5 - 14B	Long-form writing, deep summarization	Research articles, document reviews	Professional writers, academics
Qwen 3 - 14B	Logical dialog, optimized responses	Educational content, Q&A bots	PMs, team leads
Qwen 2.5 - 32B	Advanced analysis, strategy generation	Product planning, structured analysis	Product managers, team leads
Qwen 3 - 30B / 32B	Multi-domain output, structured dialog	Business copywriting, complex Q&A	Enterprises, advanced users
Qwen 2.5 - 72B	Strongest language & creative power	Novel writing, script drafting, and AI tools	AI researchers, large institutions

* The numbers like 1.5B or 72B represent the model's parameter size. The more parameters a model has, the more powerful it is, but this also means it requires more from your hardware.

Key Takeaways:

Choose Qwen 1.5B or 3B/4B if you're looking for casual chatting, basic Q&A, or quick text generation. These smaller models are fast and efficient, and can run smoothly on most laptops or lightweight desktop PCs.

14B version is also a great choice if you need to write longer texts, perform deeper reasoning, or want more coherent responses. Most modern computers with a mid-range GPU (such as an RTX 3060 or 4060) can handle it comfortably.

30B–72B models are more suitable for those people who have a higher-performance PC. It can do well in long-form writing, creative content generation, and professional workflows. It would be recommended for you to have multiple high-end GPUs and at least 48 GB of VRAM.

As one Reddit user said:

"To run the 70B model with decent quantization, you'll need at least 48 GB of VRAM... consider building a PC with two used RTX 3090s."

FAQs About Qwen Local Deployment

1Is running Qwen locally safe?

Yes. Running Qwen locally is definitely safe because all your data will never be uploaded to the cloud; it will stay on your personal computer.

2Can you use Qwen without internet?

Yes, once Qwen is installed, it runs fully offline. You can use it to make a chatting, deal with work, and even analyze images without a network connection.