The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 17" Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Amazon Basics |
Name | Borealis Backpack | 17" Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | 100% Polyester | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited 1-year Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | August 8, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Breathable and adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual compartment with many inner pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | Padded sleeve that fits up to 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | Tablet sleeve in the front pocket | |
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 | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Comfortable back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Amazon Basics 's 17" Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Black.
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