Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L vs. Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $119 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L | Feature | Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 630-denier 100% nylon, 450-denier 100% polyester | Polyester |
Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack
| Capacity | 0 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×34×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 73% |
| Price | $42 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L and Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L; No on the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L; 17in on the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L; No on the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 134 accept both. 0 accept only the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L, and 4 accept only the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack.
Only the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack fits
Etihad Airways, Liat Airlines, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways.
Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L vs. Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L carries 32L more than the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack (32L vs. 0L), while the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack fits 73% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L; if you want to travel lighter, the Amazon Basics Laptop Computer Backpack is the better call.