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Shakuntala Devi vs John von Neumann

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Shakuntala Devi
IQN/A
Born1929
Died2013
OriginBangalore, Princely State of Mysore, British India (present day Karnataka, India)
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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 Shakuntala Devi

An Indian mathematician, writer and mental calculator, popularly known as the "Human Computer".

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About John von Neumann

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

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The Verdict

John von Neumann hat einen geschätzten IQ von 190. Der IQ von Shakuntala Devi ist nicht präzise geschätzt, doch beide gelten als außergewöhnliche Geister.

Häufige Fragen

Who had a higher IQ — Shakuntala Devi or John von Neumann?

John von Neumann hatte einen geschätzten IQ von 190. Der IQ von Shakuntala Devi wurde nicht offiziell geschätzt.

What is each genius known for?

Shakuntala Devi is known for: See full biography. 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 Shakuntala Devi and John von Neumann are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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