TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack

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.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2 against the Pro Slim Backpack by Samsonite .


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.