From video generation to deep research, which AI chatbot is smarter, Google Gemini or ChatGPT? Find out here.

Those who use AI chatbots have likely heard of Google Gemini and ChatGPT. Both are quite popular and superior to each other in many ways.

If you use AI chatbots, you've likely heard of ChatGPT and Gemini. ChatGPT was developed by OpenAI, while Gemini was created by Google. Both are major names in the field of AI chatbots. Both perform various tasks, from image generation to creative writing. Free versions of both are available, and you can browse the web. Let's explore which one is smarter in different aspects.

AI Models

ChatGPT has two primary models: the 4-series and the o-series. While the 4-series is the conversational and flagship line, the O-series is for complex reasoning. Similarly, Google Gemini also has a Flash series for general purposes and a Pro series for complex tasks.

Web Search

Both ChatGPT and Gemini can provide up-to-date information from the web. ChatGPT provides article titles in its responses, allowing direct access to the source. If needed, it can also provide images in its responses. Gemini lags slightly in this regard. It doesn't show the full source name or article titles. It only shows titles and images when the Google AI mode is selected.

Deep Research

Both chatbots can generate lengthy reports. However, the major difference is sourcing. While Gemini shows more sources than ChatGPT, ChatGPT clarifies the source with in-text highlights. ChatGPT's reports are easy to read, while Gemini produces slightly more complex reports with an academic style.

Image Generation

ChatGPT excels at image generation. It can generate images from all types of prompts. While the generated images aren't perfect, they have fewer errors. Gemini's images, on the other hand, are visually stunning and generate images quickly, but sometimes errors appear. It doesn't generate images accurately for complex prompts.

Video Generation

Gemini is unmatched when it comes to video generation. Gemini currently generates videos using the Veo 3 model, which look absolutely realistic. It offers features like extending generated clips and animating photos, features that are missing from ChatGPT. ChatGPT can't compete with Gemini when it comes to video generation.