The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Pro Slim Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Samsonite |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Pro Slim Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 3.0 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | Nylon | |
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.0 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 1 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | Main compartment has organizational panel and pockets | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" laptop | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15. 6” |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer | Front organizer pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | SmartSleeve™ | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel | Fully padded back panel |
Anti Theft Features | RFID Blocking | RFID blocking pocket |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Pro Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.55 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black Deluxe in comparison the Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 3.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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