Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b API
Meta
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b
About Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b is a large language model developed by Meta. It's particularly well-suited for handling large contexts of up to 128K tokens. Its 128K-token context window means you can pass in entire documents, codebases, or conversation histories without losing context. Developers choose Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b when they need reliable, production-quality AI inference through a simple API — and on Qubax, it's available at a fraction of the cost of traditional providers.
In the broader AI landscape, Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b sits among the capable offerings from Meta What sets it apart on Qubax isn't just the model itself — it's the accessibility. Rather than dealing with enterprise contracts or traditional payment rails, you get instant access via an OpenAI-compatible endpoint. That means you can drop Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b into Cursor, Cline, LangChain, or any framework that speaks the OpenAI protocol and start building immediately.
Qubax offers Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b at 2% below OpenRouter's price — just $0.982 per million input tokens and $2.68 per million output tokens. That pricing advantage compounds quickly at scale: a high-volume application sending millions of tokens per day can save significantly compared to using OpenRouter or the provider directly. And because Qubax runs on crypto-native infrastructure, you can pay with USDC, USDT, ETH, BTC, or 200+ other cryptocurrencies — no credit card or bank account required. New users even get $1 in free credits to test Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b risk-free before committing.
Pricing
| Token Type | Qubax | OpenRouter | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input (per 1M tokens) | $0.982 | $1.00 | 2% |
| Output (per 1M tokens) | $2.68 | $1.00 | -168% |
Prices per 1 million tokens. Pay with 200+ cryptocurrencies.
Estimated Monthly Cost
Specifications
Use Cases
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Quick Start
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI(
base_url="https://api.qubax.ai/v1",
api_key="qbx_live_YOUR_API_KEY",
)
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="hermes-3-llama-3.1-405b",
messages=[
{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}
],
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)import OpenAI from "openai";
const client = new OpenAI({
baseURL: "https://api.qubax.ai/v1",
apiKey: "qbx_live_YOUR_API_KEY",
});
const response = await client.chat.completions.create({
model: "hermes-3-llama-3.1-405b",
messages: [{ role: "user", content: "Hello!" }],
});
console.log(response.choices[0].message.content);curl https://api.qubax.ai/v1/chat/completions \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer qbx_live_YOUR_API_KEY" \
-d '{
"model": "hermes-3-llama-3.1-405b",
"messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
}'Get your API key from the dashboard. New users get $1 free credits.
Why use Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b on Qubax?
2% Cheaper
Up to 2% off OpenRouter prices
Pay with Crypto
200+ coins (BTC, ETH, SOL, USDT, USDC & more). No credit card needed.
OpenAI Compatible
Drop-in replacement. Works with Cline, Cursor, any tool.
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Compare Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b with alternatives
| Model | Provider | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | vs Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b | Meta | $0.982 | $2.68 | — |
| Kimi K3 | Moonshot AI | $0.520 | $0.494 | Cheaper |
| GPT-5.4 Image 2 | OpenAI | $1.04 | $1.95 | More expensive |
| GPT-5.2 Codex | OpenAI | $0.751 | $6.01 | Cheaper |
| Qwen 3.8 Max | Alibaba | $1.30 | $3.90 | More expensive |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b API cost?
On Qubax, Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b costs $0.982 per 1M input tokens and $2.68 per 1M output tokens. This is 2% cheaper than OpenRouter's price of $1.00 per 1M input tokens.
Is the Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b API compatible with OpenAI?
Yes. Qubax provides an OpenAI-compatible API. You can use Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b as a drop-in replacement by changing your base URL to https://api.qubax.ai/v1 and using your Qubax API key. It works with Cline, Cursor, OpenCode, Hermes Agent, and any tool that supports OpenAI APIs.
Why is Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b cheaper on Qubax than OpenRouter?
Qubax sources AI inference from the Surplus Intelligence marketplace, an open marketplace on the Base blockchain where compute providers compete on price. We pass the savings to you — 2% cheaper than OpenRouter's price for Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b.
How do I pay for Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b API usage?
Qubax uses prepaid crypto credits. Deposit USDC on the Base chain and your balance is automatically deducted as you use the API. New users get $1 in free credits to start. No credit card required.
What is the context window of Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b?
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b supports a context window of 128K tokens, allowing you to process large documents, codebases, or long conversations in a single request.
What can I build with Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b?
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b is versatile enough for a wide range of applications. You can use it to process long documents and entire codebases, and more. Because it's served through Qubax's OpenAI-compatible API, integration into existing apps, agents, or workflows takes just a few lines of code.
How fast is Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b on Qubax?
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b on Qubax supports streaming responses, so tokens begin arriving in real time as they're generated. Latency depends on the provider and prompt complexity, but most requests start streaming within 200–800 milliseconds. Qubax routes requests through the Surplus Intelligence marketplace, which selects the fastest available compute provider for each request — so you get competitive latency at a lower price.
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b vs Kimi K3: which should I choose?
Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b by Meta and Kimi K3 by Moonshot AI are both strong models in a similar price tier. Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b is well-suited for general-purpose language tasks. Kimi K3 comes from a different lab and may have different strengths depending on your workload. On Qubax, Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b starts at $0.982/1M input tokens while Kimi K3 comes in at $0.520/1M, so Kimi K3 may be worth considering if you need to minimize per-token cost. Both are available on Qubax with crypto payments and OpenAI-compatible APIs, so you can try each and switch freely.
Can I use Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b for commercial projects?
Yes. Hermes 3 Llama 3.1 405b on Qubax can be used for commercial purposes. You own the outputs you generate. Qubax provides the API infrastructure — you bring your use case.
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