Gemini vs. ChatGPT: Differences and Unique Features To Know ...
Google’s AI chatbot Gemini (formerly Bard) is comparable to ChatGPT, the first large language model AI to gain widespread public use. Learn how they differ.
ChatGPT's Rise:
Although the history of AI tools as we now know them is brief, it reflects the rapid pace of innovation in the field of large language models. ChatGPT is arguably the chatbot that got the race started, taking the world by storm seemingly overnight in 2022. Its meteoric rise reflects the public’s immediate and all-encompassing fascination with artificial intelligence’s conversational capabilities.
But ChatGPT wasn’t alone for long, quickly followed by several new releases from some of Silicon Valley’s biggest companies—among them Google, with the chatbot now known as Gemini.
ChatGPT's Development Timeline:
- ChatGPT 3.5, the popular chatbot developed by OpenAI, launched in November 2022.
- Within a few weeks, ChatGPT surpassed one million users, and by January 2023, ChatGPT’s user base exceeded 100 million.
- OpenAI recognized the demand for a more premium experience and introduced ChatGPT Plus in February 2023.
- In March 2023, OpenAI integrated the next iteration of its large language model, GPT 4, into ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Bing search engine.
- In April 2023, OpenAI released new plug-ins for ChatGPT, allowing greater customization and integration with other applications.
Google's Gemini:
Google’s user-facing AI chatbot hit the market in early 2023:
- Google unveiled Bard, its answer to the emerging wave of large language models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, in February 2023.
- In February 2024, Google changed the name of its product from Bard to Gemini.
Differences Between Gemini and ChatGPT:
There are a handful of differences between Google Gemini and OpenAI’s ChatGPT:
- Google’s Gemini focuses on informative responses compared to other virtual assistants, while ChatGPT emphasizes conversational responses and creative text formats.
- Gemini is a family of multimodal large language models developed by Google DeepMind, using machine learning and natural language processing to respond to text, audio, and image prompts.
Image Generation Features:
Both Gemini and ChatGPT support image generation:
- ChatGPT Plus users can use DALL·E 3, OpenAI’s image model, to create images from a conversation.
- In Google Gemini, users can generate images by adding a command like “and generate images for it.”
Language Support and Availability:
- Gemini supports more than 40 languages, while ChatGPT supports more than 80 languages.
- Google Gemini is available in both computer browsers and via mobile app.
Subscription and Pricing:
ChatGPT3.5 is free, with a subscription tier, ChatGPT Plus, available for $20 per month. Gemini Advanced is also available for $20 per month, offering deep integrations in Google Workspace.
Conclusion:
Although both Gemini and ChatGPT are large language models, there is a difference in delivery. The “better” option depends on your specific requirements. ChatGPT focuses on conversational and creative text formats, while Gemini is suited for informative responses and a broad range of applications.
