The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack
Category Hiking Womens
Sub Category Backpacking Laptop
Capacity (L) 24L 22L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 1.0
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 7 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.7 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top zipped access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Side elastic cords
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features.

The The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13 x 4. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy in comparison the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.