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.
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 |
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.
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