Huawei GaussDB

Huawei GaussDB is a family of enterprise-grade, distributed, and multi-model databases developed by Huawei, designed for high performance, high availability, and scalability in cloud and on-premise environments. It integrates AI-native capabilities for intelligent operations and performance…

Key facts

First appeared
2019
Category
database
Problem solved
Huawei GaussDB was created to address the limitations of traditional monolithic databases in handling massive data volumes, high concurrency, and demanding distributed deployment challenges. It solves the need for a highly scalable, available, and performant database solution for critical enterprise applications and cloud-native environments, particularly in scenarios requiring independent control over the technology stack and AI-driven autonomous operations.
Platforms
x86 processors, Huawei Cloud (managed service), Kunpeng ARM-based processors, Linux (e.g., openEuler)

Related technologies

Notable users

  • Government agencies in China
  • Huawei (internal operations and cloud services)
  • Telecommunications companies in China
  • Major Chinese banks and financial institutions (e.g., Industrial and Commercial Bank of China)