The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack and the Samsonite Pro Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls) while the Pro Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Samsonite |
Name | 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack | Pro Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 | 14.17 x 8.66 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.67 | 3.4 | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Release Date | July 26, 2022 | ||
Rating | 3.9 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail | Padded shoulder straps |
Zippers | Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | Main compartment has gusseted pocket for laptop or files | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | ||
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System | Laptop compartment fits up to 15. 6” |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated padded tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap | SmartSleeve™ | |
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded, contoured back | Fully padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Built-in rain cover | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden pocket with built-in rain cover | |
RFID Blocking | RFID pockets |
Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Pro Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.67 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71. 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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