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Max Planck vs Ramón Campayo

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Max Planck
IQ190
Born1858
Died1947
OriginKiel, Duchy of Holstein
Known ForOn the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879)
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Ramón Campayo
IQ194
Born1964
OriginStarnberg, Germany
Known ForSpeed-Memory program, World Memory Records

About Max Planck

A German theoretical physicist whose discovery of energy quanta won him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.

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About Ramón Campayo

Ramón Campayo is a world-renowned memory champion and educator, known for his extraordinary feats in rapid memorization and the founder of the Speed-Memory program. With an IQ of 194, he has set over

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, Ramón Campayo (IQ 194) ranks higher than Max Planck (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Max Planck or Ramón Campayo?

Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190 while Ramón Campayo had an estimated IQ of 194.

What is each genius known for?

Max Planck is known for: On the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879). Ramón Campayo is known for: Speed-Memory program, World Memory Records.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Max Planck and Ramón Campayo are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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