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OR, IN, UNION Clauses: Which Is Better To Use (Doc ID 3042593.1)

Last updated on AUGUST 20, 2024

Applies to:

MySQL Server - Version 8.0 and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

Which clause (OR, IN, UNION) better to use in queries ?
 

Solution

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In this Document
Goal
Solution
 
Understanding Performance Differences Between `IN` and `OR`
 

Complex Queries: `IN` vs. `OR` on Multiple Columns
 Other Considerations
 

Summary


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