Google’s Gemini 3 Pro is now the top AI model, outperforming GPT-5.1 by 3 points in the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index. It excels in five key evaluations, shows strong coding capabilities, and supports multiple input formats. However, its premium pricing makes it one of the most expensive models to operate.

The article reviews Google’s Gemini 3 Pro, highlighting its improved features over Gemini 2.5, including audio transcription capabilities and performance benchmarks compared to other AI models. It details pricing, multimodal input support, and tests involving image analysis and a city council meeting audio transcript.

Google is moving Gemini 2.5 Pro into public preview within the Gemini API on Google AI Studio, responding to developer feedback and enthusiasm. The new pricing structure offers increased rate limits for developers, while the experimental version of Gemini 2.5 Pro remains available for free with lower limits.

Updates to the Gemini 2.5 model family have been announced, including the general availability of Gemini 2.5 Pro and Flash, along with a new Flash-Lite model in preview. The models enhance performance through improved reasoning capabilities and offer flexible pricing structures, particularly for cost-sensitive applications. Gemini 2.5 Pro continues to see high demand and is positioned for advanced tasks like coding.