Llama 3.1 8B vs Gemma 3 4B IT
Gemma 3 4B IT is cheaper on output tokens. Choose Llama 3.1 8B or Gemma 3 4B IT based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | Llama 3.1 8B | Gemma 3 4B IT |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Groq | Kilo Gateway |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.05 | $0.04 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $0.08 | $0.05 |
| Context window | 131K | 131K |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Open weights | Yes | Yes |
| Released | Jul 2024 | Mar 2025 |
| Epoch Capabilities Index score | 117 | — |
| LMArena (Chatbot Arena) Elo score | — | 1291 |
| GPQA Diamond score | — | 23.2 |
FAQ
Is Llama 3.1 8B or Gemma 3 4B IT cheaper?
Gemma 3 4B IT is cheaper on output tokens ($0.05 vs $0.08 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, Llama 3.1 8B or Gemma 3 4B IT?
Both models offer a similar context window.
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.