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Bill Gates vs Larry Ellison

Who is richer—and who do voters respect more?

Larry Ellison has the larger estimated fortune ($150B vs $107B), while the public-impact ranking measures something different: which billionaire voters believe has contributed more positively. Compare their records and cast your vote.

This matchup is based on public perception from anonymous votes. Pick the person you think had the better impact.

At a glance
Bill Gates
Larry Ellison
$107B
Estimated net worth
$150B
Microsoft
Main company
Oracle
#20
Public rank
#6
Open
Matchup result
Open

Estimated net worth is shown in USD billions. The public rank and matchup result update as votes change.

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The short case

Case for Bill
Gates Foundation has saved millions of lives through vaccination and malaria programs
What voters may question: Criticized for influence over global health policy without democratic accountability
Case for Larry
Oracle infrastructure underpins global systems; signed Giving Pledge
What voters may question: Lavish lifestyle, limited actual giving, aggressive Oracle lawsuit history
Bill Gates
Larry Ellison
1,424
ELO
1,586
39%
Win rate
58%
7d trend
0%
Divisive ↓
50%
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