Google: Gemma 3 12B

The Google model known as Gemma 3 12B is a large language model that can process both text and image inputs. It has a high context length of 131,072 tokens, allowing it to handle complex tasks with extended dialogue or text sequences. The model also supports tools, indicating it can be integrated into various workflows, but lacks reasoning capabilities and does not provide structured output. Those on a budget may want to consider shortlisting this model due to its relatively low price point of $0.05 per million input tokens. However, its performance is mixed, with a blended benchmark score of 1.6 across three independent benchmarks, which may be lower than what some users require for their specific tasks. Its strengths in handling long text sequences and supporting tool integration could make it a suitable option for certain applications, but its limitations in reasoning and structured output should also be considered.