Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Gemma 2 27B leads with 8.1% higher average benchmark score. Gemma 3n E4B supports multimodal inputs. Overall, Gemma 2 27B is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
Gemma 2 27B was developed as an open-source language model with 27 billion parameters, designed to provide researchers and developers with a capable, instruction-tuned model for experimentation and deployment. Built to democratize access to advanced language understanding, it combines strong performance with the flexibility of open-source licensing.
Gemma 3N E4B was developed as a slightly larger edge-optimized variant, designed to provide enhanced capabilities while still fitting within edge computing constraints. Built to serve applications that can accommodate more parameters for improved quality, it expands the range of edge deployment options.
12 months newer

Gemma 2 27B
2024-06-27

Gemma 3n E4B
2025-06-26
Average performance across 9 common benchmarks

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Gemma 3n E4B
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

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