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Jorge Luis Borges vs William Shakespeare

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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William Shakespeare
IQ190
Born1564
Died1616
OriginStratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England
Known ForRomeo and Juliet, Macbeth, King Lyr

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 William Shakespeare

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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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, William Shakespeare (IQ 190) 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 William Shakespeare?

Jorge Luis Borges had an estimated IQ of 180 while William Shakespeare had an estimated IQ of 190.

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) . William Shakespeare is known for: Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, King Lyr.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Jorge Luis Borges and William Shakespeare are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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