Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German theoretical physicist whose discovery of energy quanta won him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.
The Father of Ethereum
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 Vitalik Buterin → · In-Depth Article →
Based on estimated IQ scores, Vitalik Buterin (IQ 200) ranks higher than Max Planck (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Max Planck had an estimated IQ of 190 while Vitalik Buterin had an estimated IQ of 200.
Max Planck is known for: On the Second Principles of Mechanical Heat Theory (1879). Vitalik Buterin is known for: Ethereum founder, Bitcoin Magazine.
Yes. Both Max Planck and Vitalik Buterin 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…
