The North Face Borealis Backpack vs HFSX 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the HFSX 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
HFSX Vintage Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face HFSX
Name Borealis Backpack 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 17 x 13.5 x 7
Weight (lb) 2 1.6
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 August 16, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps S-curve padded 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 Dual metal zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 front zipped pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments 3 open pockets in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Headset Opening Headset hole
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Hidden lock shackle in the side pocket

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack by HFSX .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while HFSX 's 15.6" Vintage 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 HFSX 15.6" Vintage Laptop Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 17 x 13.5 x 7 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.