Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack vs Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Zippers (Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls) while the Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Targus Samsonite
Name 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 13 x 9 x 19
Weight (lb) 1.21 3.1
Fabric 1680D Polyester
Color Black Black/Red
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail Padded shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 external pockets 3 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Dedicated, padded laptop compartment Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglasses loop Webbing loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" laptop Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket
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 SmartStrap
Base / Bottom Water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded, contoured back Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack by Targus against the Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack by Samsonite .


Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.21 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.20 x 18.11 4.33. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13 x 9 x 19 inches. Constructed from 1680D Polyester it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in Black/Red.