Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
Both models show comparable benchmark performance. Mistral Small 3 24B Base supports multimodal inputs. Both models have their strengths depending on your specific coding needs.
Mistral AI
Mistral Small 24B Base was developed as a 24-billion-parameter foundation model, designed to serve as a base for fine-tuning and customization. Built to provide a strong starting point for domain-specific applications, it represents an intermediate-scale option in Mistral's model lineup.
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.
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Mistral Small 3 24B Base
Mistral AI
2025-01-30

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01
Average performance across 6 common benchmarks

Mistral Small 3 24B Base

Phi 4 Mini
Mistral Small 3 24B Base
2023-10-01
Phi 4 Mini
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

Mistral Small 3 24B Base

Phi 4 Mini

Mistral Small 3 24B Base

Phi 4 Mini