The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack
Category Outdoor Womens
Sub Category Travel Laptop
Capacity (L) 65L 22L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric Nylon 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black 7 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.8 4.6
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Top zipped access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket 1 zipped front pocket
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack Side elastic cords
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features.

The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black 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.