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