I have never been one to try to compare which guitarists are better than others. Each has something they bring to the table. While some might be very technically perfect (think Yngwie Malmsteen) they might not play with the heart that some sloppier player do (think Joe Perry).
Both May and Lifeson are incredible guitarists and clearly fit perfectly in their respective bands. So I will reserve judgment on which is the better player and just go with "they are both much better than me.
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