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Plato vs Immanuel Kant

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Plato
IQ180
Born428
Died0348
OriginAthens, Greece
Known ForApology <br> Crito <br> Euthyphro <br> Meno <br> Parmenides <br> Phaedo <br> Pha
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Immanuel Kant
IQ185
Born1724
Died1804
OriginKönigsberg, East Prussia, Kingdom of Prussia(present-day Kaliningrad, Russia)
Known For Critique of Pure Reason

About Plato

An Athenian philosopher during the Classical period in Ancient Greece, founder of the Platonist school of thought and the Academy

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About Immanuel Kant

A German philosopher and one of the central Enlightenment thinkers.

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The Verdict

Based on estimated IQ scores, Immanuel Kant (IQ 185) ranks higher than Plato (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.

常见问题

Who had a higher IQ — Plato or Immanuel Kant?

Plato had an estimated IQ of 180 while Immanuel Kant had an estimated IQ of 185.

What is each genius known for?

Plato is known for: Apology <br> Crito <br> Euthyphro <br> Meno <br> Parmenides <br> Phaedo <br> Phaedrus <br> Republic <br> Symposium <br> . Immanuel Kant is known for: Critique of Pure Reason.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Plato and Immanuel Kant are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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