The TSA-approved laptop compartment can accommodate 17.3 inch laptops, as well as 15.6 inch and 14 inch laptops.
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It's not too big to use in your lap, and the size of the monitor is a great advantage. However, it really is too big to take with you outside the house, and it's only good for moving from room to room as needed. I'd call it “luggable” rather than portable. It's only slightly more portable than a desktop.
Will a 17 inch laptop fit in a backpack? A 17 inch laptop, with typical dimensions of around 15 long x 10 height x 1 deep will fit in a backpack with a 17 inch laptop pocket opening, but you should never try to squeeze a 17 inch laptop into a laptop pocket that is any smaller.
When you're packing your laptop, ensure it's in a compartment that's easy to access. You'll need to pull it out at the security checkpoint, so avoid burying it under other items. I often opt for a dedicated laptop bag or a 'checkpoint-friendly' bag that opens flat to expedite the security process.
Laptops with batteries below 160 watt-hours are allowed in hand and checked luggage, but batteries over 100 watt-hours require airline approval. Batteries over 160 watt-hours are banned. Spare batteries below 160 watt-hours are allowed only in hand luggage. Read Next: Can You Bring External Monitors on Planes?
Generally speaking, most airlines implement a maximum size policy of 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches, including wheels and handles. Your baggage allowance could also depend on your ticket type. Some basic economy tickets only allow for a personal item, such as a purse, rather than a piece of carry-on luggage.
With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101–160 Wh) or lithium metal batteries (2-8 grams). This size covers the larger after-market extended-life laptop computer batteries and some larger batteries used in professional audio/visual equipment.
Can you fit a 17-inch laptop in a 15-inch bag? It's unlikely that a 17-inch laptop will fit in a 15-inch backpack. It's best to choose a backpack that is the appropriate size for your laptop to ensure a proper fit and protection during travel.
While personal item size restrictions vary across airlines, most airlines consider a small backpack, purse, briefcase, or laptop bag to be a personal item. These must always fit under the seat in front of you. Many airlines restrict passengers to one personal item and one carry on bag.
While personal item size restrictions vary across airlines, most airlines consider a small backpack, purse, briefcase, or laptop bag to be a personal item. These must always fit under the seat in front of you. Many airlines restrict passengers to one personal item and one carry on bag.