In recent decades, enhancing response in metal oxide semiconductor-based gas sensors has emerged as a crucial parameter for practical applications. In this study, we present an innovative approach aimed at augmenting sensor response through pulsed heating, deviating from conventional strategies focused on sensitive nanomaterials design. By extending the trade-off between surface charge exchange and physisorption of analyte molecules, we significantly amplify the electrical responses from 12.8 (under isothermal conditions) to 32.1 when exposed to 1000 ppm H2 using a generic NiO sensor. This approach introduces a novel avenue for enhancing the electrical response of resistive-type sensors, offering potential advancements in portable devices for advanced health and environmental monitoring.