Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle, umbrella, and other accessories ) while the Strain Backpack does not.

Wenger Synergy Laptop Backpack Front View
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Wenger Element
Name Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack Strain Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 26L 27L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 12 x 19 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 3.3 2
Fabric Polyester DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color Black, Grey Off Black
Warranty Wenger 3 Year Warranty
Release Date March 7, 2005
Rating 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured shock-absorbing shoulder straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets 4 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments Muti-pockets in the main compartment 1 internal slots organizer
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle, umbrella, and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Reinforced soft-grip grab handle
Loops and Attachments D-ring
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Triple protect padded compartment fits up to a 16'' laptop 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Triple protect padded tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom CaseBase stabilizing platform Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Heavily padded back panel Paded back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Ventilated Back Airflow back panels
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack by Wenger against the Strain Backpack by Element.


Wenger 's Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Wenger Synergy 16'' Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 12 x 19. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black, Grey in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.