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MaxCompute:Establish a performance baseline

Last Updated:Mar 26, 2026

MaxCompute table performance depends on whether tables comply with table design specifications. Before optimizing MaxCompute tables, record baseline metrics so you can verify whether your optimizations are effective.

Capture the following metrics before and after each optimization:

Metric Value
Data synchronization time
Storage usage
Query execution time
Estimated charge for a query
If your MaxCompute project uses subscription mode, also record the quantity of purchased resources.

Record storage usage

Log on to the DataWorks console.

Run the DESCRIBE command to query the physical storage size of a table or a partition.

Record query execution time and estimated charge

Log on to the DataWorks console, go to the Data Studio page, and create an ODPS sql node.

Use DataWorks to capture both metrics:

  • Estimated charge: Visible on the graphical user interface (GUI) while a node is running. You can also click 11 to view it.

  • Query execution time: Available in the operational log after the node finishes.