Codegemma 7B IT vs Recurrentgemma 9B
Side-by-side comparison of VRAM requirements, quantization, context length, and hardware compatibility.
Specifications
| Codegemma 7B IT | Recurrentgemma 9B | |
|---|---|---|
| Parameters | 8.5B | 9.6B |
| Context | — | — |
| Architecture | — | — |
| License | Gemma Terms | Gemma Terms |
| Downloads | 6.8K | 95 |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Aug 2024 |
VRAM by Quantization: Codegemma 7B IT vs Recurrentgemma 9B
| Quantization | Bits | Codegemma 7B IT VRAM | Recurrentgemma 9B VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| BF16 | 16.00 | 18.8 GB | 21.2 GB |
Verdict
Codegemma 7B IT needs less VRAM at BF16 (18.8 GB vs 21.2 GB), so it fits on smaller GPUs. Codegemma 7B IT is the more widely downloaded of the two.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which needs less VRAM, Codegemma 7B IT or Recurrentgemma 9B?
At BF16, Codegemma 7B IT needs 18.8 GB and Recurrentgemma 9B needs 21.2 GB, so Codegemma 7B IT is the lighter option to run locally.
- What is the difference between Codegemma 7B IT and Recurrentgemma 9B?
Codegemma 7B IT is a 8.5B model from Google (Gemma family), while Recurrentgemma 9B is a 9.6B model from Google (Gemma family). Compare their VRAM requirements above to see which fits your GPU or Mac.