Here’s what to know.

INTP vs. INTJ.

Check out our full guides to theINTPandINTJtypes for the full rundown.

Sarah Regan

7 key differences between an INTP and INTJ:

How they approach work.

“[Tesla] dreamed up ideas for inventions and then went about trying to build them.

What they prioritize.

How they view their emotions.

“That is, sparked by interactions with other people,” he explains.

How they come off to other people.

It turns out the difference in judging versus perceiving can dramatically impact how other people perceive you.

What stresses them out.

INTJs and INTPs can both be prone to stress, but for different reasons.

They also have a hard time relaxing in general and can be extremely impatient with themselves and others.

How flexible (or not) they are.

What they look for in relationships.

Lastly, INTPs and INTJs have some nuance in what they look for in their partnerships.

FAQ

How can you tell an INTJ and INTP apart?

Is INTP better than INTJ?

“Better” is a relative term, and no MBTI punch in is better than another.

Are INTJs and INTPs similar?

The takeaway.