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# gemini-embedding-2 - Model Details & Comparison

> gemini-embedding-2 from Google Gemini: capabilities, context limits, pricing, and side-by-side comparisons with alternative models.

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## About gemini-embedding-2

gemini-embedding-2 is an embedding model from Google Gemini, one of 4 embedding models they offer. It is priced at $0.20 per 1M input tokens and $0.0000 per 1M output tokens, ranking 133 out of 145 embedding models by cost and cheaper than 7% of models in this category. Its 8K-token context window is in the top 50% among embedding models.

## Specifications

- **Google Gemini Provider.**
- **Embedding Mode.**
- **8,192 Max Input Tokens.**
- **8,192 Max Tokens.**
- **$0.20 / 1M tokens Input Price.**
- **$0.0000 / 1M tokens Output Price.**

## gemini-embedding-2 Pricing Overview

At $0.20 per 1M input tokens and $0.0000 per 1M output tokens, gemini-embedding-2 ranks 133 out of 145 embedding models by input cost. It is more expensive compared to the median of $0.10 for embedding models, and is cheaper than 7% of models in this category.

gemini-embedding-2 is one of 4 Google Gemini embedding models, its 8K-token context window places it in the top 50% of embedding models.

## Models to Compare

Alternatives to gemini-embedding-2 with comparable capabilities.

| Model | Provider | Input $/1M | Output $/1M |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 | AWS Bedrock | $0.20 | $0.0000 |
| gemini-embedding-2-preview | Vertex AI | $0.20 | $0.0000 |
| gemini-embedding-2 | Vertex AI | $0.20 | $0.0000 |
| voyage-3-large | Voyage | $0.18 | $0.0000 |
| voyage-code-3 | Voyage | $0.18 | $0.0000 |

- [Compare amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/bedrock/amazon.titan-embed-text-v2-0.md)
- [Compare gemini-embedding-2-preview](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/vertex_ai/gemini-embedding-2-preview.md)
- [Compare gemini-embedding-2](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/vertex_ai/gemini-embedding-2.md)
- [Compare voyage-3-large](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/voyage/voyage-3-large.md)
- [Compare voyage-code-3](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/compare/voyage/voyage-code-3.md)

## Related Resources

- [Calculate gemini-embedding-2 costs](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/gemini/model/gemini-embedding-2.md)
- [All Google Gemini pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/llm-cost-calculator/provider/gemini.md)

## FAQ

### Is gemini-embedding-2 cheaper than amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0?

No. gemini-embedding-2 costs $0.20 per 1M input tokens while amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 costs $0.20 per 1M input tokens, making amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 0% more affordable for input. However, gemini-embedding-2 may offer different capabilities or performance characteristics that justify the price difference.

### How does gemini-embedding-2 pricing compare to the average embedding model?

gemini-embedding-2 input pricing is $0.20 per 1M tokens, which is 100% above the median of $0.10 for embedding models. It ranks 133 out of 145 embedding models by input cost, making it cheaper than 7% of models in this category. For output, it costs $0.0000 per 1M tokens compared to the median of $0.0090.

### What makes gemini-embedding-2 different from other Google Gemini models?

Among Google Gemini's 4 embedding models, gemini-embedding-2 ranks 4 by input cost.

### What are the best alternatives to gemini-embedding-2?

The most comparable embedding models to gemini-embedding-2 are: amazon.titan-embed-text-v2:0 from AWS Bedrock ($0.20/1M input tokens); gemini-embedding-2-preview from Vertex AI ($0.20/1M input tokens); gemini-embedding-2 from Vertex AI ($0.20/1M input tokens); voyage-3-large from Voyage ($0.18/1M input tokens). These alternatives were selected based on similar capabilities, pricing, and provider diversity. You can compare any of these models in detail using the Bifrost Model Library.

### How do I calculate gemini-embedding-2 costs?

gemini-embedding-2 is priced based on input and output tokens, images. Use the interactive calculator at the top of this page to estimate costs for your specific workload. Enter your expected input and output tokens volume and the calculator will show the total cost breakdown. For reference, processing 1M input tokens costs $0.20 and generating 1M output tokens costs $0.0000.

## Related Resources

- [Google Gemini models](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/model-library/provider/gemini.md)
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- [Docs: Bifrost docs](https://docs.getbifrost.ai)
- [GitHub: maximhq/bifrost](https://github.com/maximhq/bifrost)
- [Pricing: Bifrost pricing](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/pricing.md)
- [Enterprise: Bifrost enterprise](https://maxim-root-proxy-preview.getmaxim.workers.dev/bifrost/enterprise)
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