Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) vs Gemma 3 12B
Gemma 3 12B is cheaper on output tokens, while Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) offers a larger context window. Choose Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) or Gemma 3 12B based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) | Gemma 3 12B |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Eden AI | |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.17 | $0.05 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $0.17 | $0.15 |
| Context window | 262K | 131K |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Open weights | Yes | — |
| Released | Dec 2025 | — |
| Epoch Capabilities Index score | — | 124 |
FAQ
Is Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) or Gemma 3 12B cheaper?
Gemma 3 12B is cheaper on output tokens ($0.15 vs $0.17 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) or Gemma 3 12B?
Ministral 3 8B 2512 (EU) has the larger context window (262K tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.