According to a 2019 study by YouGov, Elton John is the 11th most popular musician in the world, with a popularity score of 53%. AC/DC is the 15th most popular musician, with a popularity score of 49%.
Elton John has sold more albums than AC/DC. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), Elton John has sold over 300 million albums worldwide, while AC/DC has sold over 200 million albums worldwide.
Elton John has won more awards than AC/DC. Elton John has won five Grammy Awards, five Brit Awards, and an Academy Award. AC/DC has won one Grammy Award and two Brit Awards.
Elton John has been inducted into more Hall of Fames than AC/DC. Elton John has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the UK Music Hall of Fame. AC/DC has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.