The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Intellect Essentials Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is that the 15.6" Intellect Essentials Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant material) while the 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Intellect Essentials Backpack | 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Slim | Slim | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.19 x 16.72 x 5.71 | 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.9 | 1.23 | |
Fabric | Durable Polyester | High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 28, 2019 | November 1, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable, contoured shoulder straps | Hideaway, adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with leather pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front quick-access pocket and side loading laptop pocket | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Single compartment with padded laptop cradle | ||
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit laptop | ||
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top haul handle | Comfortable top carry handle | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, side-loading laptop compartment fits up to 15.6" | Padded; 15" laptop |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh back panel | Padded |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden back panel pocket |
Targus 's 15.6" Intellect Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Slim features while Targus 's 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Slim features.
The Targus 15.6" Intellect Essentials Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.19 x 16.72 x 5.71. It's made of Durable Polyester 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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