The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Carry On | |
Sub Category | School | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2.64 | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | November 5, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 3.0 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | 6 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | Dedicated laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Comfortable, top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Padded; 16" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap secures to rolling luggage | ||
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | Water-resistant bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | Breathable air mesh back |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel 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 Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Black.
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