Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct leads with 10.2% higher average benchmark score. Gemma 3n E4B supports multimodal inputs. Llama 3.1 8B Instruct is available on 9 providers. Overall, Llama 3.1 8B Instruct is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
Gemma 3N E4B was developed as a slightly larger edge-optimized variant, designed to provide enhanced capabilities while still fitting within edge computing constraints. Built to serve applications that can accommodate more parameters for improved quality, it expands the range of edge deployment options.
Meta
Llama 3.1 8B was developed as an efficient open-source model, designed to bring capable instruction-following to applications with limited computational resources. Built with 8 billion parameters, it provides a lightweight option for developers seeking reliable performance without the overhead of larger models.
11 months newer

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct
Meta
2024-07-23

Gemma 3n E4B
2025-06-26
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 2 common benchmarks

Gemma 3n E4B

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct
2023-12-31
Gemma 3n E4B
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Gemma 3n E4B

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct
Bedrock

Gemma 3n E4B

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct

Gemma 3n E4B

Llama 3.1 8B Instruct
Cerebras
DeepInfra
Fireworks
Groq
Hyperbolic
Lambda
Sambanova
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