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What is the computational complexity of SVM training?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
SVM training is typically O(n²) to O(n³) depending on solver and kernel.
Deep explanation
Kernel SVM requires computing and storing pairwise kernel matrix, leading to quadratic memory and cubic time complexity in worst-case optimization. Linear SVM reduces complexity significantly.
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