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

The main difference between the The North Face Generator Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Generator Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Generator Backpack
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Generator Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Outdoor Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 2 1lb 5oz
Fabric 210D Cordura nylon 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Tnf Red/Asphalt Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.3 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Generator Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5. It's made of 210D Cordura nylon and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.