In general, monsters in higher difficulties (Hard, Expert, Master) are tougher and their attacks are more devastating. However, greater gold, experience, and item rewards await you on the higher difficulties.
Monster Health
Monster Damage
Gold Bonus
XP Bonus
Note
Text
Normal
100%
100%
0%
0%
This is the baseline Diablo III experience.
Start here if you're new to Diablo or haven't played in several months.
Hard
200%
130%
75%
75%
This level is recommended for players who've acquired several pieces of rare equipment in Reaper of Souls.
Expert
320%
189%
100%
100%
This level is recommended for players who have optimized their equipment further with the right gems and enchantments.
Master
512%
273%
200%
200%
Imperial gems can drop from level 61 and higher monsters.
This level is recommended for players who have mastered their hero's skills and have several pieces of legendary equipment.
Torment I
819%
396%
300%
300%
New legendary items become available at level 70.
Only adventurers with the highest level of skill and gear should consider this difficulty.