Gemma 3 4B alternatives
Best Gemma 3 4B alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Gemma 3 4B, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Gemma 3 4B
- Input / 1M
- $0.05
- Output / 1M
- $0.10
- Context
- 131K
- Intelligence
- 4.8
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Gemma 3 4B, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Gemma 3 4B alternatives
Each model is scored against Gemma 3 4B. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gemma 3 4B | Input / 1M$0.05 | Output / 1M$0.10 | Context131K | Intelligence4.8 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.05 | Output / 1M$0.08-20% | Context131K | Intelligence6.9+44% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.05 | Output / 1M$0.08-20% | Context33K-75% | Intelligence6.7+40% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.07+40% | Output / 1M$0.14+40% | Context16K-87% | Intelligence5.9+23% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.04-30% | Output / 1M$0.14+40% | Context128K-2% | Intelligence5.9+23% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.15+200% | Output / 1M$0.15+50% | Context262K+100% | Intelligence5.5+15% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 262K contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.02-66% | Output / 1M$0.11+12% | Context131K0% | Intelligence5.1+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.08+60% | Output / 1M$0.45+350% | Context131K | Intelligence4.9+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.10+100% | Output / 1M$0.10 | Context131K | Intelligence4.8 | Compare | |
Why switch:Newer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.03-46% | Output / 1M$0.20+101% | Context60K-54% | Intelligence4.8 | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.05 | Output / 1M$0.15+50% | Context131K | Intelligence3.8-21% | Compare | |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Gemma 3 4B?
Llama 3.1 8B Instruct from Meta ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $0.08 per 1M output tokens, compared with $0.10 for Gemma 3 4B.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gemma 3 4B?
Yes. Llama 3.1 8B Instruct charges $0.08 per 1M output tokens, versus $0.10 for Gemma 3 4B.
Can I try Gemma 3 4B and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Gemma 3 4B with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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