Backpack for 17" laptop

Azza · 13 Feb 2017 at 08:11

I've been given a lovely weighty 17" HP Zbook for work and need a decent backpack to go with it.

The laptop itself is probably 17.3" or so as there is a fair bezzal around the screen and the power adapator is like a brick so a deep bag would be needed.

Any recommendations?

Rannoch · 13 Feb 2017 at 08:28

I have an Everki Titan. Large rucksack with a huge amount of space. They have other models also.

opstrat · 13 Feb 2017 at 08:43

Alienware do a backpack for their 17 inch models.

Maundie · 13 Feb 2017 at 09:16

Got this one free with my Aorus purchase, very good bag I must say but alas it's out of stock:-

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/aoru...top-backpack-case-black-orange-lt-005-au.html

Carta · 13 Feb 2017 at 09:49

opstrat;30497875 said:
Alienware do a backpack for their 17 inch models.

I have this, and it is really good, but it is very bulky

Diddums · 13 Feb 2017 at 10:00

My wife got me a North Face backpack for Christmas. I don't think it'll fit 17" but the quality is superb and the ergonomics are very good too. I'd be looking at that as an option.

brendy · 13 Feb 2017 at 10:03

Maundie;30497981 said:
Got this one free with my Aorus purchase, very good bag I must say but alas it's out of stock:-

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/aoru...top-backpack-case-black-orange-lt-005-au.html

Not surprised at that knock off price..../sarcasm!
Holy turdballs, a hundred quid..for a backpack? That makes my quite adequate Port Designs Courchevel look positively bargain basement.

Skunkworks · 13 Feb 2017 at 11:39

I always go for Ogio when it comes to tech bags.

#Chri5# · 13 Feb 2017 at 11:48

I've got an Osprey Comet 30 for work use:

https://www.ospreyeurope.com/shop/gb_en/comet-30-1

I've had mine 18 months now with no problems and it's wearing very well with no notable marks or damage.

Max laptop sleeve dimensions (cm): 46 (l) x 28 (w) x 5 (d)

HP list the ZBook 17 G3 as 420 mm x 280 mm x 30 mm so might just go in.

DampCat · 13 Feb 2017 at 12:55

I've been using an Asus ROG backpack for my 17" dual GFX asus monstrosity. It's nice and subtle. My laptop is the Asus G74SX, its dimensions https://www.asus.com/ROG-Republic-Of-Gamers/ROG-G74SX/specifications/

They do them with fancy coloured accents too.

Edit: Doesn't have a giant mouse swinging from the strap.

brendy · 13 Feb 2017 at 13:02

Screw it, needed a new one as the Port Designs is aging a fair bit now due to a lot of travel recently.
Ordered one of these Freebiz (dubious name I have to say) from the rainforest place.

Room to Fit All:Integrated laptop compartment holds laptops with screens up to 18.4-inch laptop bag(fit for Alienware18/Precision M6800/ROG G752/MSI GT80)
Fits to: Dell xps 18 1810/Asus rog g752vl-dh71/Asus G752VT /Asus G752jz/Msi ge72 apache 235/ROG G751JT etc.
Comfortable Strap Design:Airflow back system multi-panel airflow design provides extra padding for comfort and Maximum Back Support.
Organizer Pocket: Interior organizer provides divider pockets for pens, pencils, cell phone and CD's.Plenty of pockets to organize whatever you need to carry.
Quality and Durability :Its lightweight, durable and water-resistant 1860D ballistic nylon construction helps keep precious cargo safe and dry.

I like the looks of it, will hold my 17.3" Acer V17 Nitro Black Ed laptop as well as some travelling clothes easily too. £60 delivered on prime too and will be blacking out the badge.

Barham2016 · 13 Feb 2017 at 13:04

I use a RoG backpack, its very good.

Azza · 13 Feb 2017 at 14:18

Thanks all, I shall investigate further.

original.wood · 13 Feb 2017 at 16:23

im in the same circumstances, looking for a laptop bag, ordered one to check out at a office suppliers, Monolith brand. was great, however, looked a bit too....cheap even tho it was £40.

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Barham2016 · 22 Jun 2017 at 16:50

How did you find this one?

brendy said:
Screw it, needed a new one as the Port Designs is aging a fair bit now due to a lot of travel recently.
Ordered one of these Freebiz (dubious name I have to say) from the rainforest place.

I like the looks of it, will hold my 17.3" Acer V17 Nitro Black Ed laptop as well as some travelling clothes easily too. £60 delivered on prime too and will be blacking out the badge.

Ho

Mercenary Keyboard Warrior · 23 Jun 2017 at 08:37

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lightpak-ADVANTAGE-backpack-detachable-laptop/dp/B0014KDT6W

Im on my second now, first lasted 3-4 years, including lots of travelling. Padded laptop sleeve
Fair few pockets, routing for headphones etc

Ive never used it, but it evens comes with its own inbuilt "condom", a nylon rain cover thats hidden in the bottom, so in torrential rain you can you pull that over

Trusty · 24 Jun 2017 at 01:05

Osprey is a very decent company. Patagonia? They do good stuff. Depends on what style you want to be honest.
http://eu.patagonia.com/enGB/shop/luggage-laptop-bags?k=1G-a3

gEd · 24 Jun 2017 at 01:44

Vargas said:
I have an Everki Titan. Large rucksack with a huge amount of space. They have other models also.

Yep, a snip at £141 quid.
Bought me son one for his 18th birthday. It's big for sure and best suited for large laptop and ipad or documents/study materials/paperwork. I have to say though that the build quality is really very impressive. It comes with a Lifetime warranty which I think says a lot.