TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 15.5 × 10.5 × 5
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.6
Fabric 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric
Color 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 10 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Micro forged matte gunmetal logo and zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets Large zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Neoprene padded grip handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro Separate padded laptop compartment fits up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket storage
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve feature
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Air mesh padding and lumbar support

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack by Samsonite .


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite 's Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 6 x 20.1 . It's made of and is available in in comparison the Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small Backpack's capacity is with a size of 15.5 × 10.5 × 5 inches. Constructed from 1680 Denier Ballistic Poly Fabric it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns .