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Leo Tolstoy vs Stephen Hawking

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Leo Tolstoy
IQ180
Born1828
Died1910
OriginRussia
Known ForWar and Peace, Anna Karenina, The Death of Ivan Ilyich, The Kingdom of God Is Wi
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Stephen Hawking
IQ180
Born1942
Died2018
OriginOxford, England
Known ForHawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole

About Leo Tolstoy

Russian writer, author of "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina"

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About Stephen Hawking

An English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author

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The Verdict

Both Leo Tolstoy and Stephen Hawking have an estimated IQ of 180, placing them among history's greatest minds.

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Who had a higher IQ — Leo Tolstoy or Stephen Hawking?

Leo Tolstoy had an estimated IQ of 180 while Stephen Hawking had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

Leo Tolstoy is known for: War and Peace, Anna Karenina, The Death of Ivan Ilyich, The Kingdom of God Is Within You, Resurrection. Stephen Hawking is known for: Hawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole information paradox, Micro black hole, .

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Leo Tolstoy and Stephen Hawking are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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