Gemma 2 2B IT vs Gemma 2B
Side-by-side comparison of VRAM requirements, quantization, context length, and hardware compatibility.
Specifications
| Gemma 2 2B IT | Gemma 2B | |
|---|---|---|
| Parameters | 2.6B | 2.5B |
| Context | 8K | — |
| Architecture | — | — |
| License | Gemma Terms | Gemma Terms |
| Downloads | 360.7K | 324.3K |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 |
VRAM by Quantization: Gemma 2 2B IT vs Gemma 2B
| Quantization | Bits | Gemma 2 2B IT VRAM | Gemma 2B VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2_K | 3.40 | 1.2 GB | 1.2 GB |
| Q3_K_M | 3.90 | 1.4 GB | 1.3 GB |
| Q3_K_S | 3.50 | 1.3 GB | 1.2 GB |
| Q4_0 | 4.00 | 1.4 GB | 1.4 GB |
| Q4_K_M | 4.80 | 1.7 GB | 1.6 GB |
| Q5_K_M | 5.70 | 2.0 GB | 2.0 GB |
| Q6_K | 6.60 | 2.4 GB | 2.3 GB |
| Q8_0 | 8.00 | 2.9 GB | 2.8 GB |
Verdict
Gemma 2B needs less VRAM at Q4_K_M (1.6 GB vs 1.7 GB), so it fits on smaller GPUs. Gemma 2 2B IT is the more widely downloaded of the two.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which needs less VRAM, Gemma 2 2B IT or Gemma 2B?
At Q4_K_M, Gemma 2 2B IT needs 1.7 GB and Gemma 2B needs 1.6 GB, so Gemma 2B is the lighter option to run locally.
- What is the difference between Gemma 2 2B IT and Gemma 2B?
Gemma 2 2B IT is a 2.6B model from Google (Gemma 2 family), while Gemma 2B is a 2.5B model from Google (Gemma 2 family). Compare their VRAM requirements above to see which fits your GPU or Mac.