The main difference between the Targus 15" Newport Backpack and the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is that the 15" Newport Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Premium metallic hardware) while the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15" Newport Backpack | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | |
Category | Slim | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 15L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.13 x 5.25 x 18 | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.4 | 4.3 | |
Fabric | Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents | Polyester | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 6, 2018 | March 30, 2011 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Premium metallic hardware | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | Back zipped pocket, and 3 zipped front pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Leather top grab handle | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 15" | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | ||
Organizer Pocket | Organizer panel in the main compartment | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps |
Targus 's 15" Newport Backpack is a Slim backpack with Laptop features while Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling 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 Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13.80 x 19 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 4.3 pounds and is available in Black .
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