Gemma 2 2B vs Gemma 2 9B
Side-by-side comparison of VRAM requirements, quantization, context length, and hardware compatibility.
Specifications
| Gemma 2 2B | Gemma 2 9B | |
|---|---|---|
| Parameters | 2.6B | 9.2B |
| Context | — | — |
| Architecture | — | — |
| License | Gemma Terms | Gemma Terms |
| Downloads | 237.0K | 75.4K |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Aug 2024 |
VRAM by Quantization: Gemma 2 2B vs Gemma 2 9B
| Quantization | Bits | Gemma 2 2B VRAM | Gemma 2 9B VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2_K | 3.40 | 1.2 GB | 4.3 GB |
| Q3_K_M | 3.90 | 1.4 GB | 5.0 GB |
| Q3_K_S | 3.50 | 1.3 GB | 4.5 GB |
| Q4_0 | 4.00 | 1.4 GB | 5.1 GB |
| Q4_K_M | 4.80 | 1.7 GB | 6.1 GB |
| Q5_K_M | 5.70 | 2.0 GB | 7.2 GB |
| Q6_K | 6.60 | 2.4 GB | 8.4 GB |
| Q8_0 | 8.00 | 2.9 GB | 10.2 GB |
Verdict
Gemma 2 2B needs less VRAM at Q4_K_M (1.7 GB vs 6.1 GB), so it fits on smaller GPUs. Gemma 2 2B is the more widely downloaded of the two.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which needs less VRAM, Gemma 2 2B or Gemma 2 9B?
At Q4_K_M, Gemma 2 2B needs 1.7 GB and Gemma 2 9B needs 6.1 GB, so Gemma 2 2B is the lighter option to run locally.
- What is the difference between Gemma 2 2B and Gemma 2 9B?
Gemma 2 2B is a 2.6B model from Google (Gemma 2 family), while Gemma 2 9B is a 9.2B model from Google (Gemma 2 family). Compare their VRAM requirements above to see which fits your GPU or Mac.