The main difference between the Targus 15" Newport Backpack and the Briggs & Riley Medium Slim Backpack is that the 15" Newport Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Premium metallic hardware) while the Medium Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Briggs & Riley |
Name | 15" Newport Backpack | Medium Slim Backpack | |
Category | Slim | Slip | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 15L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11.13 x 5.25 x 18 | 5 x 12 x 17 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.4 | 2.25 | |
Fabric | Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents | 1600D Ballistic nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Briggs & Riley Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | February 6, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.0 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $325 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable padded shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Premium metallic hardware | ||
Zippers | Self-repairing YKK® RC zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Back zipped pocket, and 3 zipped front pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | ||
Water Bottle | No | No | |
Handles | Leather top grab handle | Leather carry handles | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 15" | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet slip pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Organizer panel in the main compartment | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage sleeve | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Aerated mesh back padding | |
Anti Theft Features | RFID Blocking | RFID blocking pocket |
Targus 's 15" Newport Backpack is a Slim backpack with Laptop features while Briggs & Riley 's Medium Slim Backpack is a Slip backpack with Laptop features.
The Targus 15" Newport Backpack has a capacity of 15L (liters), weighs 1.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.13 x 5.25 x 18. It's made of Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Briggs & Riley Medium Slim Backpack's capacity is with a size of 5 x 12 x 17 inches. Constructed from 1600D Ballistic nylon it weighs 2.25 pounds and is available in Black.
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