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Jorge Luis Borges vs Stephen Hawking

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Jorge Luis Borges
IQ180
Born1899
Died1986
OriginBuenos Aires, Argentina
Known ForA Universal History of Infamy (1935), Ficciones (1944), El Aleph (1949), Labyrin
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Stephen Hawking
IQ180
Born1942
Died2018
OriginOxford, England
Known ForHawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole

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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About Stephen Hawking

An English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author

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The Verdict

Both Jorge Luis Borges and Stephen Hawking have an estimated IQ of 180, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Jorge Luis Borges or Stephen Hawking?

Jorge Luis Borges had an estimated IQ of 180 while Stephen Hawking had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

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) . Stephen Hawking is known for: Hawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole information paradox, Micro black hole, .

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Jorge Luis Borges and Stephen Hawking are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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