Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Grok-2 mini leads with 18.2% higher average benchmark score. Grok-2 mini supports multimodal inputs. Overall, Grok-2 mini is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
xAI
Grok 2 Mini was created as a more efficient variant of Grok 2, designed to provide strong capabilities with reduced computational requirements. Built to make Grok 2's advancements accessible to applications with tighter resource constraints, it balances performance with practical deployment needs.
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.
5 months newer

Grok-2 mini
xAI
2024-08-13

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01
Average performance across 4 common benchmarks

Grok-2 mini

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

Grok-2 mini

Phi 4 Mini

Grok-2 mini

Phi 4 Mini