Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Danish physicist and chemist discovered that electric currents create magnetic fields
Read full biography of Hans Christian Ørsted → · In-Depth Article →
A Dutch mathematician and physicist who invented the screw-barrel simple microscope.
Twenty questions, eight minutes on the clock, and a percentile measured against everyone who has taken it. No sign-up.
Take the IQ test →Read full biography of Nicolaas Hartsoeker → · In-Depth Article →
Based on estimated IQ scores, Hans Christian Ørsted (IQ 180) ranks higher than Nicolaas Hartsoeker (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Hans Christian Ørsted had an estimated IQ of 180 while Nicolaas Hartsoeker had an estimated IQ of 170.
Hans Christian Ørsted is known for: Discovery of electromagnetism and Aluminium. Nicolaas Hartsoeker is known for: Contributions to microscopy, preformationism.
Yes. Both Hans Christian Ørsted and Nicolaas Hartsoeker are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
Kim Ung-yongSolved calculus as a small child, then chose a quiet career as a civil engineer
Shakuntala DeviMultiplied two 13-digit numbers in her head in 28 seconds
Stephen WiltshireAutistic Savant Drawing Entire Cities from Memory — MBE from…
Michael KearneyBachelor's at 10 Years, 4 Months — Youngest U.S. College…
