Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Both models show comparable benchmark performance. Gemma 3n E4B Instructed LiteRT Preview supports multimodal inputs. Both models have their strengths depending on your specific coding needs.
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 3N E4B IT LiteRT Preview was introduced as an experimental LiteRT-optimized version, designed to showcase advanced on-device AI capabilities. Built to demonstrate the feasibility of running capable instruction-tuned models on mobile platforms, it represents the cutting edge of edge AI development.
10 months newer

Gemma 2 9B
2024-06-27

Gemma 3n E4B Instructed LiteRT Preview
2025-05-20
Average performance across 12 common benchmarks

Gemma 2 9B

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

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3n E4B Instructed LiteRT Preview

Gemma 2 9B

Gemma 3n E4B Instructed LiteRT Preview