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Claude vs Gemini

Claude and Gemini side by side: model sizes, the VRAM you need, context window, abilities, licence and which one to pick.

Side by side

ClaudeGemini
TypeAPI-only modelsAPI-only models
DeveloperAnthropicGoogle DeepMind
Newest modelClaude Fable 5.2 · Nov 2026Gemini 4 Hydrogen · Nov 2026
SizesNot disclosedNot disclosed
Smallest VRAM (4-bit)Runs in the cloudRuns in the cloud
Context window1M tokens1M tokens
AbilitiesTool callingReasoning modeImage inputTool callingReasoning modeImage inputAudio input
LicenceProprietary (API only)Proprietary (API only)
Run itAPI: claude-fable-5-2API: gemini-4-hydrogen
Next retirementClaude Sonnet 4.5 · 30 Nov 2026Gemini 2.5 Pro · 1 Dec 2026

Which one should you pick?

  • Only Gemini has audio input.

Pick Claude if…

  • you want the strongest model for agentic coding (Claude Code)
  • you need 1M-token context on every tier, including the cheapest
  • you prefer predictable, published retirement dates

Pick Gemini if…

  • you need video or audio input
  • you run on Google Cloud or Workspace
  • you want the cheapest 1M-context model (Flash-Lite)

Frequently asked questions

Is Claude better than Gemini?

It depends on the job and your hardware. Only Gemini has audio input. For quality, test both on your own prompts: benchmark rankings change with every release.

Can I use Claude and Gemini commercially?

Claude: Proprietary (API only). Gemini: Proprietary (API only). Check the exact licence of the model you deploy; custom licences can limit very large companies or certain uses.

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