Skip to main content
cancel
Turn on suggestions
Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type.
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 

Join us for an expert-led overview of the tools and concepts you'll need to become a Certified Power BI Data Analyst and pass exam PL-300. Register now.

Reply
campelliann
Post Patron
Post Patron

Using SQL Server vs Access Database

‎03-30-2023 01:09 AM

Hi there,

 

I have a dataset with tables that enconpass millions of rows. Relatively narrow (20 columns) per 5 million, but the data grows fast. 

Which is more suitable for this situation, access or sql? I am more inclined to sql, because of native query, incremental refresh and direct query.

Thanks!

Labels:
Message 1 of 2
868 Views
0
1 ACCEPTED SOLUTION
lbendlin
Super User
Super User

‎03-31-2023 04:53 PM

SQL is far superior. Access isn't even supported in the Power BI service.

View solution in original post

Message 2 of 2
813 Views
0
1 REPLY 1
lbendlin
Super User
Super User

‎03-31-2023 04:53 PM

SQL is far superior. Access isn't even supported in the Power BI service.

Message 2 of 2
814 Views
0

Helpful resources

Announcements
Join our Fabric User Panel

Join our Fabric User Panel

This is your chance to engage directly with the engineering team behind Fabric and Power BI. Share your experiences and shape the future.

June 2025 Power BI Update Carousel

Power BI Monthly Update - June 2025

Check out the June 2025 Power BI update to learn about new features.

June 2025 community update carousel

Fabric Community Update - June 2025

Find out what's new and trending in the Fabric community.

View All