The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls) while the 15" Newport Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | 15" Newport Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Slim | |
Sub Category | Travel | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 15L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 11.13 x 5.25 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 1.4 | |
Fabric | Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents | ||
Color | Black | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | February 6, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.2 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Premium metallic hardware | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | Back zipped pocket, and 3 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Leather top grab handle | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Organizer panel in the main compartment | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | |
Base / Bottom | Rugged, weather-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh back panel | |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden lumbar pocket |
Targus 's 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15" Newport Backpack is a Slim backpack with Laptop features.
The Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.06 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Targus 15" Newport Backpack 's capacity is 15L with a size of 11.13 x 5.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents it weighs 1.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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