Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Gemma 3 4B leads with 2.1% higher average benchmark score. Gemma 3 4B supports multimodal inputs. Both models have their strengths depending on your specific coding needs.
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.
Microsoft
Phi-4 Mini was created as an even more compact variant of Phi-4, designed to bring fourth-generation capabilities to the smallest possible footprint. Built for extreme efficiency scenarios, it enables AI capabilities on devices and applications where resources are severely constrained.
1 month newer

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01

Gemma 3 4B
2025-03-12
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 5 common benchmarks

Gemma 3 4B

Phi 4 Mini
Phi 4 Mini
2024-06-01
Gemma 3 4B
2024-08-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Gemma 3 4B
DeepInfra

Phi 4 Mini

Gemma 3 4B

Phi 4 Mini

Gemma 3 4B

Phi 4 Mini