The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Zippers (Thick industrial zipper pulls) while the 15" Newport Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | 15" Newport Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Slim | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 15L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 11.13 x 5.25 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 1.4 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Twill Nylon, Leatherette Accents | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | February 6, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | Premium metallic hardware | |
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 | Back zipped pocket, and 3 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Leather top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Organizer panel in the main compartment | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh 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 Targus 's 15" Newport Backpack is a Slim backpack with Laptop 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" 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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