Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Gemma 3 12B leads with 1.7% higher average benchmark score. Gemma 3 12B offers 230.1K more tokens in context window than Phi 4. Both models have similar pricing. Gemma 3 12B supports multimodal inputs. Both models have their strengths depending on your specific coding needs.
Gemma 3 12B was developed as part of the third generation of Google's open-source model family, designed to provide enhanced capabilities in a mid-sized format. Built with improved architecture and training techniques, it balances performance with practical deployment considerations for diverse use cases.
Microsoft
Phi-4 was introduced as the fourth generation of Microsoft's small language model series, designed to push the boundaries of what compact models can achieve. Built with advanced training techniques and architectural improvements, it demonstrates continued progress in efficient, high-quality language models.
3 months newer

Phi 4
Microsoft
2024-12-12

Gemma 3 12B
2025-03-12
Cost per million tokens (USD)

Gemma 3 12B

Phi 4
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 6 common benchmarks

Gemma 3 12B

Phi 4
Phi 4
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Gemma 3 12B
DeepInfra

Phi 4

Gemma 3 12B

Phi 4

Gemma 3 12B

Phi 4
DeepInfra