Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack vs Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack and the Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack is that the Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack has Zippers (Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls) while the Tectonic 2 Large Backpack does not.

Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack Front View
Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Samsonite
Name Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack Tectonic 2 Large Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Travel
Dimensions (in) 17.5 x 12 x 8 8.6 x 13.3 x 18
Weight (lb) 2.8 2.5
Fabric 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric 1680D Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Samsonite Limited 10 Year Global Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Contoured dual density shoulder straps
Zippers Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization Roomy main compartment with multiple interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Neoprene padded grip handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6" Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tricot lined tablet pocket storage Tablet/iPad pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front organizer pocket
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA compatible
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve feature SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back padding and lumbar support Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack by Samsonite against the Tectonic 2 Large Backpack by Samsonite .


Samsonite 's Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite 's Tectonic 2 Large Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Large Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 12 x 8. It's made of 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack's capacity is with a size of 8.6 x 13.3 x 18 inches. Constructed from 1680D Polyester it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.