Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack and the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is that the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack has Zippers (Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls) while the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Timbuk2
Name Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Dimensions (in) 15.5 × 10.5 × 5 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.48
Fabric 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty Samsonite Limited 10 Year Global Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.2
Price Under $75 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Large zipped front pocket Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Water Bottle No
Handles Neoprene padded grip handle Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
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 Padded

You're currently comparing the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack by Samsonite against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Samsonite 's Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote 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 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.