Evangelos Katsioulis vs William James Sidis

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Evangelos Katsioulis
IQ198
Born1976
OriginIoannina, Greece
Known For<br> Highest adult IQ in the world (2012): IQ 198, sd 15 or IQ 205, sd 16 <br>
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William James Sidis
IQ250
Born1898
Died1944
OriginManhattan, New York City, U.S.
Known ForThe Animate And The Inanimate

About Evangelos Katsioulis

A psychiatrist and psychotherapist who has the world's highest measured IQ of 205 and is also ranked first in the World Genius Directory.

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About William James Sidis

American child prodigy

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, William James Sidis (IQ 250) ranks higher than Evangelos Katsioulis (IQ 198). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Evangelos Katsioulis or William James Sidis?

Evangelos Katsioulis had an estimated IQ of 198 while William James Sidis had an estimated IQ of 250.

What is each genius known for?

Evangelos Katsioulis is known for: <br> Highest adult IQ in the world (2012): IQ 198, sd 15 or IQ 205, sd 16 <br> . William James Sidis is known for: The Animate And The Inanimate.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Evangelos Katsioulis and William James Sidis are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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