The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Sunder Backpack

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

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Sunder Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Sunder Backpack
Category Hiking Laptop
Sub Category Backpacking Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 31L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 24 x 13 x 6
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 0.6
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 600D Recycled Polyester
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.7 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Water repellant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 1 front zipped 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 Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
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 Sunder Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Sunder Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Sunder Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 24 x 13 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.