The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | The North Face |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | December 11, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
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 | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | ||
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 | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | Padded tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Borealis 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 The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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