The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side pockets) while the 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Slim | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 1.23 | |
Fabric | High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | November 1, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Hideaway, adjustable shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | Nylon zipper with leather pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | Single compartment with padded laptop cradle | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Comfortable top carry handle | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded; 15" laptop |
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 | Padded |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden lumbar pocket | Hidden back panel pocket |
Targus 's 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Slim 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® Ultra Slim Backpack's capacity is 12L with a size of 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 inches. Constructed from High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents it weighs 1.23 pounds and is available in Black.
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