Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
. Both models have their strengths depending on your specific coding needs.
Mistral AI
Mistral Small was created as an efficient model offering, designed to provide capable language understanding with reduced computational requirements. Built to serve cost-sensitive applications while maintaining quality, it enables Mistral's technology in scenarios where resource efficiency is valued.
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.
4 months newer

Mistral Small
Mistral AI
2024-09-17

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01
Context window and performance specifications
Phi 4 Mini
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Mistral Small
Mistral AI

Phi 4 Mini

Mistral Small

Phi 4 Mini

Mistral Small

Phi 4 Mini