Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Both models show comparable benchmark performance. Granite 3.3 8B Base 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.
IBM
Granite 3.3 8B Base was developed by IBM as an enterprise-focused foundation model, designed to provide a reliable starting point for business applications. Built with 8 billion parameters and trained on curated data, it serves as a foundation for domain-specific customization in enterprise contexts.
9 months newer

Gemma 2 9B
2024-06-27

Granite 3.3 8B Base
IBM
2025-04-16
Average performance across 8 common benchmarks

Gemma 2 9B

Granite 3.3 8B Base
Granite 3.3 8B Base
2024-04-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Gemma 2 9B

Granite 3.3 8B Base

Gemma 2 9B

Granite 3.3 8B Base