Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack vs Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack and the Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls) while the Tectonic 2 Large Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16_ Transpire™ Advanced Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Tectonic 2 Large Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Targus Samsonite
Name 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack Tectonic 2 Large Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 8.6 x 13.3 x 18
Weight (lb) 1.67 2.5
Fabric 1680D Polyester
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Release Date July 26, 2022
Rating 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail Contoured dual density shoulder straps
Zippers Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 external pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve Roomy main compartment with multiple interior pockets
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
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, padded laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet/iPad pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Trolley strap SmartSleeve™
Base / Bottom Water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded, contoured back Padded airmesh panels on back
Rain Cover Built-in rain cover
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden pocket with built-in rain cover

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack by Targus against the Tectonic 2 Large Backpack by Samsonite .


Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Tectonic 2 Large 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 Tectonic 2 Large Backpack's capacity is with a size of 8.6 x 13.3 x 18 inches. Constructed from 1680D Polyester it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.