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Bu Xiangzhi vs Hou Yifan — 谁是更伟大的天才?

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Bu Xiangzhi
IQN/A
Born1985
OriginQingdao, Shandong, China
Known ForBecoming a chess grandmaster in 1999
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Hou Yifan
IQN/A
Born1994
OriginChina
Known ForBeing the youngest female player to qualify for the title of grandmaster (at the

About Bu Xiangzhi

A Chinese chess player who became the 10th grandmaster from China at the age of 13 years, 10 months and 13 days,

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About Hou Yifan

A Chinese chess grandmaster and four time Women's World Chess Champion.

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The Verdict

Neither Bu Xiangzhi nor Hou Yifan has a formally estimated IQ score, but both are universally recognized as among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Bu Xiangzhi or Hou Yifan?

Neither has a formally estimated IQ in the Geniuses.Club database, though both are recognized as extraordinary intellects.

What is each genius known for?

Bu Xiangzhi is known for: Becoming a chess grandmaster in 1999. Hou Yifan is known for: Being the youngest female player to qualify for the title of grandmaster (at the age of 14 years 6 months 2 days) .

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Bu Xiangzhi and Hou Yifan are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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