Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author
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An English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's greatest dramatist
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Based on estimated IQ scores, William Shakespeare (IQ 190) ranks higher than Stephen Hawking (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Stephen Hawking had an estimated IQ of 180 while William Shakespeare had an estimated IQ of 190.
Stephen Hawking is known for: Hawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole information paradox, Micro black hole, . William Shakespeare is known for: Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, King Lyr.
Yes. Both Stephen Hawking and William Shakespeare are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.