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Max Planck vs Walter O'Brien (Obrien)

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Max Planck
IQ190
Born1858
Died1947
OriginKiel, Duchy of Holstein
Known ForOn the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879)
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Walter O'Brien (Obrien)
IQ197
Born1975
OriginCounty Wexford, Ireland
Known ForInspiration of the television series Scorpion

About Max Planck

A German theoretical physicist whose discovery of energy quanta won him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.

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About Walter O'Brien (Obrien)

An Irish businessman & information technologist

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, Walter O'Brien (Obrien) (IQ 197) ranks higher than Max Planck (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

الأسئلة الشائعة

Who had a higher IQ — Max Planck or Walter O'Brien (Obrien)?

Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190 while Walter O'Brien (Obrien) had an estimated IQ of 197.

What is each genius known for?

Max Planck is known for: On the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879). Walter O'Brien (Obrien) is known for: Inspiration of the television series Scorpion.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Max Planck and Walter O'Brien (Obrien) are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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