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Isaac Newton vs. John von Neumann — Wer war das größere Genie?

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Isaac Newton
IQ190
Born1643
Died1727
OriginWoolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth, Lincolnshire, England
Known ForNewtonian mechanics <br> Universal gravitation <br> Calculus <br> Newton's laws
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John von Neumann
IQ190
Born1903
Died1957
OriginBudapest, Kingdom of Hungary
Known ForAbelian von Neumann algebra Affiliated operator Amenable group Arithmetic logic

About Isaac Newton

An English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, theologian, and author

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About John von Neumann

Hungarian-American mathematician, physicist, computer scientist, engineer and polymath.

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The Verdict

Both Isaac Newton and John von Neumann have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Isaac Newton or John von Neumann?

Isaac Newton had an estimated IQ of 190 while John von Neumann had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Isaac Newton is known for: Newtonian mechanics <br> Universal gravitation <br> Calculus <br> Newton's laws of motion <br> Optics <br> Binomial seri. John von Neumann is known for: Abelian von Neumann algebra Affiliated operator Amenable group Arithmetic logic unit Artificial viscosity Axiom of regul.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Isaac Newton and John von Neumann are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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