LeEco S1 Pro, touted to be a lookalike to iPhone 14 Pro, has been launched in China and is available for purchase under Rs.11,000 at the price of CNY 899 (approx. Rs.10,887).
LeEco was once a firm favourite for many Indian users as it offered premium-looking smartphone models at an affordable price with LeEco S1 Pro being the latest addition to the list, although it is being considered an identical clone for iPhone 14 Pro, which includes the Dynamic Island feature as well.
Highlights
- LeEco S1 Pro is a cheap clone to iPhone 14 Pro and has now launched in China.
- The smartphone comes with a similar pill-shaped notch and the Dynamic Island feature, which furthers its similarities with iPhone 14 Pro.
- The LeEco S1 Pro handset is available for purchase at the starting price of CNY 899 (approx. Rs.10,887).
LeEco S1 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro lookalike, Launches in China
LeEco S1 Pro has been launched in China where users can purchase it under Rs.11,000, which has left many users excited at the prospects of purchasing a budget friendly model so early in the year.
LeEco S1 Pro is well-known for being identical to iPhone 14 Pro in terms of design and features, which includes Dynamic Island, one of the most prominent highlights of the 14 Pro handset that has made it extremely popular with the users.
LeEco has been a renowned Chinese smartphone brand that was extremely popular among Indian users for offering premium-looking handsets at an extremely affordable price, although it is better known for being a lookalike for the high-end iPhone 14 Pro that is way more popular.
Despite being strikingly similar to iPhone 14 Pro, LeEco S1 Pro comes with a pill-shaped notch that perfectly mimics the Dynamic Island from the former smartphone model, which includes interaction capabilities of the unique feature.
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LeEco S1 Pro Price as per Storage Variant, Colour Options
According to recent reports, LeEco S1 Pro was launched with a single storage variant viz. 8GB RAM + 128GB that is available for purchase at the starting price of CNY 899 (approx. Rs.10,887) and comes in two colour options- Titanium Black and Blue.
LeEco S1 Pro Key Specifications
LeEco S1 Pro comes with a 6.5-inch LCD display screen, with a 60Hz refresh rate, and a triple rear camera system, although interestingly, it is equipped with a single 13MP primary camera, while the 5MP selfie camera in the front is found at the pill-shaped notch.
LeEco S1 Pro is powered by the 12 nm Zhanrui T7510 chipset paired with 8GB RAM + 128GBstorage configuration, while its battery capacity is 5,000mAh units that comes with a 10W fast charging support.
| LeEco S1 Pro | Key Specifications |
| Display Size | 6.5-inch LCD display screen, 60Hz refresh rate |
| Chipset | 12 nm Zhanrui T7510 chipset |
| Storage Variant | 8GB RAM + 128GB |
| Triple Rear Camera Setup | 13MP primary (single)/(5MP selfie camera) |
| Battery | 5,000mAh, 10W fast charging support. |
Main Difference between iPhone 14 Pro and LeEco S1 Pro
-iPhone 14 Pro Base Model is Rs.1,29,900, while LeEco S1 Pro is CNY 899
Main Similarity between iPhone 14 Pro and LeEco S1 Pro
-Both have Dynamic Island feature, although it debuted in iPhone 14 Pro.
Comparison Between LeEco S1 Pro & iPhone 14 Pro Max
| Comparison | LeEco S1 Pro | iPhone 14 Pro Max |
| Display size | 6.5-inch | 6.7-inch |
| Display type | LCD | LED |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Resolution | 720 into 1600 | 1290 into 2796 |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 ratio | 19:9 ratio |
| Pixel Density | 269 PPI | 460 PPI |
| Protection | Gorilla Glass 3 | Ceramic Shield |
| Body Weight | 199 GMS | 240 GMS |
| Build Materials | Glass and Plastic | Glass and Metal |
| Thickness | 9.1mm | 7.9 mm |
| Certification | No IP Ratings | IP 68 |
| 1st Rear Camera | 13 MP Standard | 48 MP Standard |
| 2nd Rear Camera | Dummy | 12 MP Telefoto |
| 3rd Rear Camera | 2 MP Macro | 12 MP Ultrawide |
| 4th Rear Camera | None | None |
| Front Camera | 5MP | 12 MP |
| Operating System | Android (No GMS) | iOS |
| Processor(CPU) | T7150 | Apple A16 |
| Network | 2G, 3G, LTE | 2G, 3G, LTE, 5G |
| Bluetooth | BT 5.0 | BT 5.3 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Memory Type | emmc | nVme |
| Max RAM | 8GB | 6GB |
| Max Storage | 256 GB | 1TB |
| Cards Slots | No | No |
| Speaker Type | Loudspeaker | Stereo Speaker |
| Audio Jack | Unspecified | No |
| Battery Size | 5000mAh | 4323mAh |
| Charger | 10 watt | 15 Watt |
| Price | 140USD, INR 10887 approx., CNY 899 | 1100 USD , INR 129900 for base model |
LeEco S1 Pro Design Similar to iPhone 14 Pro (identical Dynamic Island feature)
The handset comes with a pill-shaped notch that is identical in looks and feel to the Dynamic Island feature found in the iPhone 14 Pro smartphones, which also includes the same interaction capabilities and the camera island in the rear that is also copied from iPhone 14 Pro.
On the right side is the power and volume keys with the SIM slot on the left, along with the speaker grille, a mic, and a charging jack found at the bottom edge.
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FAQs on LeEco S1 Pro, Cheap Clone of iPhone 14 Pro
1) What is the brand name of LeEco S1 Pro?
– The brand name of LeEco S1 Pro is LeTv
2) What is the availability of LeEco S1 Pro in China?
– Chinese customers can pre-order the LeEco S1 Pro now. It is a Chinese exclusive phone as of now and the company may not release the device in other markets.
3) What is the camera setup of LeEco S1 Pro?
– The smartphone LeEco S1 Pro has a 13MP triple rear camera system and a 5MP front shooter for selfies and video calls.
4) How is LeEco S1 Pro reported to be a lookalike of iPhone 14 Pro?
– According to a report by Gizmochina, the newly launched LeEco S1 Pro looks like the latest iPhone 14 Pro, which was launched last year from all angles. The S1 Pro has a pill-shaped cutout at the top-centre position but its camera island on the back also appears to be the iPhone 14 Pro. The LeEco S1 Pro supports the Dynamic Island feature, which was also in iPhone 14 Pro.
5) Is LeEco S1 Pro clone of iPhone 14 Pro launched in India?
– LeEco S1 Pro lookalike of iPhone 14 Pro was launched in China on January 12, 2023. It is a handset which costs CNY 899(approx. under Rs.11,000). It is not launched in India, whereas the iPhone 14 Pro was launched last year in India.