The main difference between the Targus 17" Groove Backpack and the Targus 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is that the 17" Groove Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side pockets) while the 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 17" Groove Backpack | 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Work | Slim | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 | 11.22 x 17.90 x 3.15 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.54 | 1.23 | |
Fabric | Durable 840D nylon | High-density water-repellent twill nylon and leatherette accents | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 14, 2004 | November 1, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Hideaway, adjustable shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with webbing pulls | Nylon zipper with leather pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 5 exyernal pockets | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Foam padded laptop compartment | Single compartment with padded laptop cradle | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Comfortable top carry handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" Laptops and Under | Padded; 15" laptop |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden back panel pocket |
Targus 's 17" Groove Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Targus 's 15" Newport® Ultra Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Slim features.
The Targus 17" Groove Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50. It's made of Durable 840D nylon and is available in Black 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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