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Jorge Luis Borges vs Marilyn vos Savant

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Jorge Luis Borges
IQ180
Born1899
Died1986
OriginBuenos Aires, Argentina
Known ForA Universal History of Infamy (1935), Ficciones (1944), El Aleph (1949), Labyrin
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Marilyn vos Savant
IQ186
Born1946
OriginSt. Louis, Missouri
Known ForPenning the 'Ask Marilyn' column in Parade magazine and solving the 'Monty Hall

About Jorge Luis Borges

An Argentine short-story writer, essayist, poet, and translator best-known for Ficciones (Fictions) and El Aleph (The Aleph).

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About Marilyn vos Savant

American columnist, author and lecturer

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, Marilyn vos Savant (IQ 186) ranks higher than Jorge Luis Borges (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

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Who had a higher IQ — Jorge Luis Borges or Marilyn vos Savant?

Jorge Luis Borges had an estimated IQ of 180 while Marilyn vos Savant had an estimated IQ of 186.

What is each genius known for?

Jorge Luis Borges is known for: A Universal History of Infamy (1935), Ficciones (1944), El Aleph (1949), Labyrinths (1962) and The Book of Sand (1975) . Marilyn vos Savant is known for: Penning the 'Ask Marilyn' column in Parade magazine and solving the 'Monty Hall Problem' in the process..

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Jorge Luis Borges and Marilyn vos Savant are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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