The main difference between the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack and the Samsonite Pro Backpack is that the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Pro Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Samsonite |
Name | 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack | Pro Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 | 14.17 x 8.66 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.66 | 3.4 | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Rating | 3.9 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded, contoured shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 7 external pockets | 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments | Main compartment has gusseted pocket for laptop or files | |
Side Pockets | 4 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Rugged carry handle | Top grab handle | |
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Laptop compartment fits up to 15. 6” |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | SmartSleeve™ | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable, water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Fully padded back panel |
Anti Theft Features | RFID Blocking | RFID pockets |
Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Pro Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.66 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Samsonite Pro Backpack's capacity is with a size of 14.17 x 8.66 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in Black.
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