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.
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 |
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.
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