Johann Wolfgang von Goethe vs Jorge Luis Borges

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
IQ200
Born1749
Died1832
OriginFree Imperial City of Frankfurt, Holy Roman Empire
Known For Faust
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Jorge Luis Borges
IQ180
Born1899
Died1986
OriginBuenos Aires, Argentina
Known ForA Universal History of Infamy (1935), Ficciones (1944), El Aleph (1949), Labyrin

About Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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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About Jorge Luis Borges

An Argentine short-story writer, essayist, poet, and translator best-known for Ficciones (Fictions) and El Aleph (The Aleph).

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (IQ 200) ranks higher than Jorge Luis Borges (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe or Jorge Luis Borges?

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe had an estimated IQ of 200 while Jorge Luis Borges had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is known for: Faust. Jorge Luis Borges is known for: A Universal History of Infamy (1935), Ficciones (1944), El Aleph (1949), Labyrinths (1962) and The Book of Sand (1975) .

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Jorge Luis Borges are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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