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Hello, I want to compare the performance (loading time, memory, CPU cores etc.) between Power Query M vs. DAX calculated column. Is there an easy way to see the performance of running one or the other? Maybe an add-in or something I can use to compare the two? If not, any thoughts on general best practices would be greatly appreciated!!!
Thanks!
Please see this article.
Comparing DAX calculated columns with Power Query computed columns - SQLBI
Pat
My understanding is limited, but I believe Dax calculated columns are preferable to Power Query M merge statements, but otherwise, Power Query M is preferable to Dax.
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