The main difference between the Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Tectonic 2 Large Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.
Specs | Brand | Samsonite | Timbuk2 |
Name | Tectonic 2 Large Backpack | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 8.6 x 13.3 x 18 | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | 2.55 | |
Fabric | 1680D Polyester | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Eco Black Deluxe | |
Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured dual density shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with multiple interior pockets | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded; 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet/iPad pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | Internal organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | SmartSleeve™ | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh panels on back | Airmesh ventilated back panel |
Samsonite 's Tectonic 2 Large Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.6 x 13.3 x 18. It's made of 1680D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.
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