The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the 17" Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Amazon Basics |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | 17" Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited 1-year Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | August 8, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Breathable and adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | Dual compartment with many inner pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Padded sleeve that fits up to 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | Tablet sleeve in the front pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External side compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | Comfortable back panel |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Amazon Basics 's 17" Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 20 x 5. It's made of Nylon and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray in comparison the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Black.
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