Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front utility pocket with organizer) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.

Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack
TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Timbuk2
Name Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 15.5 × 10.5 × 5 13 x 6 x 20.1
Weight (lb) 1.6 2.2
Fabric 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric
Color 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Samsonite Limited 10 Year Global Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Large zipped front pocket 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Neoprene padded grip handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded; 17" MacBook Pro
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket storage Padded
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve feature
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh padding and lumbar support Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack by Samsonite against the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Samsonite 's Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.5 × 10.5 × 5. It's made of 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .