Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Gemma 3 4B leads with 25.4% higher average benchmark score. Gemma 3 4B supports multimodal inputs. Overall, Gemma 3 4B is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
Gemma 2 9B was created as a more compact open-source model, designed to deliver capable performance with reduced computational requirements. Built with 9 billion parameters and instruction tuning, it serves applications where efficiency and accessibility are valued alongside the benefits of open-source availability.
Gemma 3 4B was developed as a compact yet capable open-source model, designed to strike a balance between performance and resource efficiency. Built with 4 billion parameters and instruction tuning, it provides a practical option for applications requiring moderate capability with manageable computational costs.
8 months newer

Gemma 2 9B
2024-06-27

Gemma 3 4B
2025-03-12
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 4 common benchmarks

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3 4B
Gemma 3 4B
2024-08-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3 4B
DeepInfra

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3 4B

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3 4B