The North Face Borealis Backpack vs Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Wenger Synergy Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Wenger
Name Borealis Backpack Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 26L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 14 x 12 x 19
Weight (lb) 2 3.3
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns Black, Grey
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Wenger 3 Year Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 March 7, 2005
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Contoured shock-absorbing 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 4 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Muti-pockets in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle, umbrella, and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Reinforced soft-grip grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses D-ring
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Triple protect padded compartment fits up to a 16'' laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve Triple protect padded tablet compartment
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 CaseBase stabilizing platform
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Heavily padded back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Ventilated Back Airflow back panels
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack by Wenger .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Wenger 's Synergy 16'' 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 Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack 's capacity is 26L with a size of 14 x 12 x 19 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Black, Grey .