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Gemma 3 vs Code Llama

Google
Gemma 3
Meta
Code Llama
Overview
CompanyGoogleMeta
Release dateMar 12 2025Aug 24 2023
AccessOpen WeightOpen Weight
Timeline
Release gapCode Llama shipped 566 days before Gemma 3

Which is better: Gemma 3 or Code Llama?

Gemma 3 and Code Llama don't publish scores on any of the same benchmarks, so there's no direct head-to-head comparison. Code Llama shipped 566 days before Gemma 3, so benchmark comparisons should account for the intervening progress.

Published specifications for these two models are limited — see each model page for the latest details.

Direct benchmark comparisons are unavailable — Gemma 3 and Code Llama don't publish scores on any of the same benchmarks.

Frequently asked questions

Gemma 3 was released by Google on Mar 12 2025.

Code Llama was released by Meta on Aug 24 2023.

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