Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Russian chess grandmaster, former World Chess Champion, writer, and political activist and commentator
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German writer, scientist artist, & politician best known for his drama Faust and is considered to be the greatest German author of all time.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (IQ 200) ranks higher than Garry Kasparov (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Garry Kasparov had an estimated IQ of 190 while Johann Wolfgang von Goethe had an estimated IQ of 200.
Garry Kasparov is known for: Being the top chess player from 1984 until 2005. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is known for: Faust.
Yes. Both Garry Kasparov and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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