Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

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.

Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack by Targus against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


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 .