What is the minimum supported version of MySQL for Zabbix?

The minimum supported version of MySQL for Zabbix is 8.0.x. This aligns with Zabbix's focus on performance, security, and feature availability, which improves significantly in later versions of MySQL. Version 8.0 introduces several enhancements over previous versions, including better performance optimizations, improved indexing methods, and features that support advanced use cases typical for monitoring solutions like Zabbix. By requiring this version, Zabbix ensures that users can take advantage of these improvements for better database performance and reliability in handling the large volumes of monitoring data that Zabbix processes.

While earlier MySQL versions may have been functional with previous iterations of Zabbix, they often lack critical optimizations and features that facilitate the effective operation of newer versions of the monitoring platform.