Choosing the Right Language Model: A Deep Dive into ChatGPT and Bard

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ChatGPT and Bard are both large language models (LLMs) that are trained on massive datasets of text and code. They can both generate human-like text, translate languages, write different kinds of creative content, and answer questions in an informative way. Let's first know a bit about both.

ChatGPT

Chat GPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer)?is an AI (Artificial Intelligence) powered language model that was developed by Open AI and its prototype was launched in November 2022. Open AI’s Chat GPT is based on GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 families of LLM (Large Language Model). The stable release of Chat GPT was launched in March 2023.

The primary function of Chat GPT is to mimic a human conversationalist. Therefore, it is capable of performing a number of tasks like writing email/letter, answer questions, write essays/poetries/song lyrics, debug a program, summarize text, and many more.

Google Bard

Google Bard is based on Google’s LaMDA (Language Model for Dialogue Applications) technology. It is primarily designed to simulate the human conversations with the help of machine learning and natural language processing technologies.

Google Bard is capable of responding to various queries in a conversational fashion. It generates high-quality and fresh responses by using online information. Google Bard AI collects information from the web and user responses, and it also collects feedback to enhance its AI system performance.

Now, there are some key differences between the two models.

Data

ChatGPT is trained on a dataset of text and code collected from the internet cutoff in September 2021. This means it can occasionally generate incorrect or misleading information, as it may not always distinguish between accurate and inaccurate sources. Bard, on the other hand, is trained on a curated dataset of text and code by Google, making it less likely to generate incorrect or misleading information.

Access to the Internet

ChatGPT does not have access to the internet and generates text based solely on its training data. In contrast, Bard has access to the internet, enabling it to generate text based on the latest available information online.

Interface

ChatGPT has a more user-friendly interface intended for a wider range of users. It is designed to be accessible and easy to use. Bard, on the other hand, caters more to developers and researchers, potentially providing more advanced functionalities.

Cost

ChatGPT is available for free usage. However, OpenAI also offers a subscription plan called ChatGPT Plus. ChatGPT Plus costs $20 per month and provides benefits such as general access even during peak times, faster response times, and priority access to new features and improvements. Whereas Bard's experimetal launch is free.

Retention of Conversation

This could be a major difference. ChatGPT excels at maintaining context throughout a conversation, allowing it to understand and generate responses based on the preceding dialogue. This contextual awareness enables more coherent and relevant interactions with users. On the other hand, Bard not possess the same level of contextual understanding, which could result in less consistent and coherent conversation flow.

Response Time

it's worth mentioning that ChatGPT has been optimized for fast response times, allowing for more efficient interactions. Its underlying architecture and implementation make it suitable for generating text quickly, which can enhance the user experience during real-time conversations. Bard is way more slower in responding the results of my queries.

Conclusion

In summary, both ChatGPT and Bard are powerful LLMs with various applications. ChatGPT is trained on internet-sourced data, while Bard utilizes a curated dataset by Google. ChatGPT lacks internet access, while Bard can leverage the latest information online. ChatGPT has a more user-friendly interface and is free to use, while Bard targets developers and researchers and comes with a cost.

Which model is better depends on your specific requirements. If you seek a user-friendly and free LLM, ChatGPT is a suitable choice. If accuracy and up-to-date information access are crucial, Bard may be more appropriate.

I prefer the ChatGPT. What about you? Let me know in your comments.