If you have ever dreamed of owning an iPhone 13 look-alike without spending a fortune, this phone twin brother iPhone alternative from Chinese brand Letv may be exactly what you are looking for. The Letv Y1 Pro+ has been launched in China with a design so similar to Apple's iPhone 13 that it can fool you at first glance — right down to the distinctive notch on the display.
Letv Y1 Pro+: The Phone Twin Brother of iPhone 13
The resemblance between the Letv Y1 Pro+ and the iPhone 13 is hard to miss. Both share a nearly identical notch cutout at the top of the display, a glass body construction, and a dual-camera arrangement on the rear that mimics Apple's signature layout. Even the colour options — Midnight Black, Starlight, and Star Blue — echo Apple's own palette for the iPhone 13 series. Letv has clearly taken heavy design inspiration from Cupertino for this budget handset, making it one of the most striking iPhone clones to emerge from China in recent memory.
Letv Y1 Pro+ Price and Variants
Despite its premium looks, the Letv Y1 Pro+ is positioned firmly in the budget segment. The base model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage is priced at 499 Chinese Yuan, which works out to approximately Rs 5,700. Step up to the 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variant and the price rises to 599 Yuan (around Rs 6,800), while the top-end 4 GB RAM + 256 GB storage version costs 699 Yuan (around Rs 8,000). The smartphone is available exclusively through JD.com in China.
Display and Design
The Letv Y1 Pro+ sports a 6.5-inch LCD display with the same notch design seen on the iPhone 13 family. The glass body gives the phone a premium feel well above its price point. At 195 grams, it sits on the heavier side for a mid-range device but still remains comfortable to hold for most users. The handset supports dual SIM cards, making it practical for users who need to juggle two numbers.
Performance and Software
Under the hood, the Letv Y1 Pro+ is powered by the Octacore Huben T610 processor, paired with 4 GB of RAM. The phone ships with Android 11 out of the box. While the T610 chipset is not a powerhouse, it is capable enough for everyday tasks such as social media browsing, streaming, and light gaming. Security is handled via Face Unlock, another nod to its iPhone-like aspirations.
Camera Setup
The rear camera system on the Letv Y1 Pro+ is styled to resemble the iPhone 13's dual-camera island. However, specifications reveal a single 8-megapixel primary lens at the back, with details on any secondary sensor not disclosed by Letv. On the front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera housed within the characteristic notch. For a phone under Rs 6,000, the camera setup is modest but functional for casual everyday shots.
Battery and Connectivity
Keeping the lights on is a 4,000 mAh battery, which should comfortably last a full day of moderate use given the phone's LCD panel and mid-range processor. Connectivity options include a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer — a welcome addition at this price point. Letv has kept the overall connectivity suite lean, focusing on the essentials that budget buyers actually need.
Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.5-inch LCD with notch |
| Processor | Octacore Huben T610 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB / 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP (primary) |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh |
| OS | Android 11 |
| Connectivity | USB Type-C, Face Unlock, Dual SIM |
| Weight | 195 grams |
| Colours | Midnight Black, Starlight, Star Blue |
| Price | From 499 Yuan (approx. Rs 5,700) |
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