Gemma 4: Google's free AI model built to run locally
Google DeepMind has published Gemma 4 on Hugging Face, and the release is built around local deployment. The lineup includes four multimodal models, from E2B and E4B for edge devices to 26B A4B and 31B for workstations. The models ship under Apache 2.0 with up to 256K context and native image support. The smaller versions also handle audio.
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Google DeepMind has released Gemma 4, a free multimodal model family on Hugging Face built for local deployment. It handles text and video on workstations and servers.
Is Gemma 4 free?
Yes. Gemma 4 is released under the Apache 2.0 license and is available for free on Hugging Face.
Which Gemma 4 versions can run on your own computer?
There are four versions: the compact E2B and E4B for edge devices, plus A4B (26B parameters) and a 31B version for workstations and servers. The smaller versions have a 128K context window; the larger ones support 256K.
Can Gemma 4 run locally?
Yes, and that is the main selling point of Gemma 4. The lineup includes four versions: E2B and E4B for edge scenarios, and 26B A4B and 31B for workloads on workstations and server hardware.
Which Gemma 4 versions are available?
Google released four versions: E2B and E4B for edge scenarios with a 128K context window, and A4B (26B) and 31B for heavier workloads on workstations with a 256K window.
Can Gemma 4 be used for free?
Yes. Gemma 4 is released under the Apache 2.0 license and is available on Hugging Face for local use without restrictions.
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Key Questions Answered
Is Gemma 4 free?
Yes. Gemma 4 is released under the Apache 2.0 license and is available for free on Hugging Face.
Which Gemma 4 versions can run on your own computer?
There are four versions: the compact E2B and E4B for edge devices, plus A4B (26B parameters) and a 31B version for workstations and servers. The smaller versions have a 128K context window; the larger ones support 256K.
Can Gemma 4 run locally?
Yes, and that is the main selling point of Gemma 4. The lineup includes four versions: E2B and E4B for edge scenarios, and 26B A4B and 31B for workloads on workstations and server hardware.
Which Gemma 4 versions are available?
Google released four versions: E2B and E4B for edge scenarios with a 128K context window, and A4B (26B) and 31B for heavier workloads on workstations with a 256K window.
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