The IQ Archive

Often estimated to have the highest IQ in history (250-300), William James Sidis was a master of 40 languages and a mathematical genius who entered Harvard at age 11.

Known as the woman with the world's highest IQ (228), Marilyn vos Savant is a master of logic and probability, most famous for her controversial and correct solution to the Monty Hall problem.

Often cited as having the highest estimated IQ in history (210), Goethe was the ultimate German polymath, mastering literature, science, and philosophy.

Archimedes, the ancient Greek mathematician and physicist whose genius revolutionized mechanics, mathematics, and engineering. His estimated IQ of 190 reflected his unparalleled mathematical insight and inventive brilliance that anticipated modern physics.

Carl Sagan, the American astronomer and science communicator who brought astronomy to millions through Cosmos and championed the search for extraterrestrial life. His estimated IQ of 190 reflected his interdisciplinary brilliance and unparalleled ability to make complex science accessible to everyone.

The architect of the clockwork universe, Newton's estimated IQ of 190 allowed him to invent calculus and define the laws of gravity and motion.

The father of artificial intelligence and the man who cracked the Enigma code, Turing's estimated IQ of 185 laid the foundation for the digital age.

Galileo Galilei, the Italian astronomer and physicist who revolutionized science with telescope observations and challenged Church doctrine. His estimated IQ of 185 reflected his genius in empirical science and willingness to defy authority for truth.

The ultimate Renaissance Man, Leonardo's estimated IQ of 185 reflects his unparalleled mastery across art, science, and engineering.

Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher and polymath who systematically organized knowledge across disciplines from logic to biology. His estimated IQ of 180 reflected his unparalleled breadth of expertise and systematic approach to understanding the world.

Marie Curie, the pioneering physicist and chemist who discovered radium and polonium, becoming the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different sciences. Her estimated IQ of 180 reflected her extraordinary scientific brilliance and determination in a male-dominated field.

Socrates, the ancient Greek philosopher who pioneered the Socratic method and laid the foundations of Western philosophy. His estimated IQ of 180 reflected his unparalleled wisdom, critical thinking, and ability to question fundamental assumptions.

The last light of the ancient world's intelligence, Hypatia's estimated IQ of 175 fueled her mastery of astronomy and mathematics in a time of growing darkness.

Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a child prodigy who began composing at age 5, created over 600 masterpieces. His IQ is estimated at 165, but his musical genius transcended conventional intelligence measures.

The architect of modern physics, Einstein's name is synonymous with genius. His estimated IQ of 160 reflects his profound cognitive leap in understanding the universe.

Benjamin Franklin, the American Founding Father and polymath whose inventions, scientific discoveries, and political leadership shaped the United States. His estimated IQ of 160 reflected his extraordinary versatility across science, invention, politics, and philosophy.

Co-founder of Microsoft and global philanthropist, Bill Gates' estimated IQ of 160 reflects his extraordinary analytical mind, strategic foresight, and ability to solve complex global challenges.

The man who "stopped the Sun and moved the Earth," Nikolaus Kopernikus initiated the Copernican Revolution, fundamentally changing humanity's place in the universe with his heliocentric theory.

A titan of cosmology, Hawking's brilliance shone through his physical limitations, unraveling the mysteries of black holes and the origins of the universe.

Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple and visionary who revolutionized personal computing, smartphones, and digital media with his relentless pursuit of perfection and intuitive design philosophy. His estimated IQ of 160 reflected his extraordinary creative genius and ability to anticipate and shape the future of technology.

The visionary of the electrical age, Tesla's estimated IQ of 160 combined with his eidetic memory allowed him to build entire inventions in his mind.

Known for his real estate empire and presidency, Donald Trump’s intelligence is often discussed in the context of his "stable genius" claim and his success in high-stakes negotiation.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, whose entrepreneurial genius revolutionized e-commerce, cloud computing, and space exploration. His estimated IQ of 156 reflects his visionary thinking and relentless drive to innovate across multiple industries.

The visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX, Elon Musk’s IQ is often estimated at 155, reflecting his ability to disrupt multiple industries and master complex engineering concepts.

Mark Zuckerberg, the co-founder and CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), whose entrepreneurial vision revolutionized social media and global communication. His estimated IQ of 152 reflects his technical brilliance and ability to scale digital platforms to billions of users.

Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, whose extraordinary financial acumen and value investing philosophy revolutionized the investment world and created unprecedented wealth. His estimated IQ of 150 reflects his strategic thinking, business genius, and ability to build one of the world's most successful conglomerates through disciplined, long-term investing.

A hip-hop legend turned global entrepreneur, Snoop Dogg’s rumored IQ of 147 reflects his sharp wit, linguistic mastery, and the strategic Brilliance behind his multi-decade career.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football superstar and global icon whose extraordinary athletic talent, work ethic, and entrepreneurial ventures have made him one of the most influential athletes in history. His estimated IQ of 145 reflects his strategic thinking, business acumen, and ability to excel across multiple domains beyond sports.

J.K. Rowling, the British author who created the Harry Potter universe, whose extraordinary imagination and storytelling genius revolutionized children's literature and became one of the world's most successful authors. Her estimated IQ of 145 reflects her creative brilliance, perseverance through adversity, and ability to build an enduring cultural phenomenon.

Thomas Edison, the prolific American inventor who held over 1,000 patents including the practical electric light bulb and phonograph. His estimated IQ of 145 reflected his extraordinary creativity and work ethic that revolutionized modern life.

LeBron James, the American basketball superstar and global icon whose extraordinary athletic talent, business acumen, and philanthropy have made him one of the most influential athletes in modern history. His estimated IQ of 144 reflects his strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to excel across sports, business, and social impact.

Oprah Winfrey, the American media mogul and philanthropist who revolutionized daytime television and became one of the world's most influential voices through her talk show, media empire, and charitable work. Her estimated IQ of 140 reflects her emotional intelligence, business acumen, and ability to connect with audiences worldwide while building a media conglomerate and philanthropic legacy worth billions.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, the American actor and former WWE champion who became one of Hollywood's highest-paid stars through his charisma, work ethic, and entrepreneurial ventures. His estimated IQ of 138 reflects his strategic thinking, business acumen, and ability to build a multi-billion dollar entertainment empire while maintaining his authentic "people's champion" persona.

Taylor Swift, the American singer-songwriter who revolutionized the music industry with her narrative songwriting, business acumen, and cultural impact, becoming one of the most influential artists of her generation. Her estimated IQ of 136 reflects her creative genius, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking in building a multi-billion dollar entertainment empire.

Charles Darwin, the English naturalist whose theory of evolution by natural selection revolutionized biology and our understanding of life. His estimated IQ of 135 reflected his exceptional powers of observation, pattern recognition, and scientific reasoning.

A visionary producer and cultural disruptor, Kanye West's estimated IQ of 133 reflects his creative genius, pattern recognition in music production, and his ability to reshape entire industries.

Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, known for his brilliant explanations of complex physics, Feynman diagrams, and work on quantum electrodynamics. His IQ is estimated around 125, but his intellectual curiosity and teaching ability made him legendary.