The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | Slim | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 1.23 | |
Fabric | Nylon | High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | November 1, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Hideaway, adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | Nylon zipper with leather 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 | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | Single compartment with padded laptop cradle | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Comfortable top carry handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Padded; 15" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | Padded |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket | Hidden back panel pocket |
Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Slim 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® Ultra Slim Backpack's capacity is 12L with a size of 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 inches. Constructed from High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents it weighs 1.23 pounds and is available in Black.
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