Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack and the Timbuk2 Spirit Laptop Backpack is that the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Tablet pocket storage) while the Spirit Laptop Backpack does not.

Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack
TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Timbuk2
Name Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack Spirit Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 16L
Dimensions (in) 15.5 × 10.5 × 5 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.1
Fabric 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials
Color 3 colors and patterns Eco Nautical Pop
Warranty Samsonite Limited 10 Year Global Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 3.3
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap
Zippers Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Large zipped front pocket 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Neoprene padded grip handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain under front vista loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded; 13" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket storage
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 Padded

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


Samsonite 's Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Spirit 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 Spirit Laptop Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in Eco Nautical Pop.