Hi @Syndicate_Admin ,
From what I understand, I think there are these reasons why it takes longer to load the model in Power BI service than it does on Power BI desktop.
First, Power BI Desktop utilizes the resources of the local computer on which it is running, which may have significant computing power dedicated to the task at hand. On the other hand, Power BI Services runs in a shared cloud environment, where resources are spread across multiple tasks and users, which can result in longer processing times. Second, when refreshing models in Power BI Services, the service must establish a connection to the data source over the Internet. Network latency, firewall rules, and the performance of the data source itself can significantly impact load times. In contrast, Power BI Desktop may run in a more controlled local network environment, allowing faster access to the data source. Finally, the overall load on the Power BI service at the time of a refresh can affect performance. During peak hours, loading efficiency may be reduced because the service is processing a large number of operations.
Best regards,
Albert He
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